For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 530 students in 02838, RI.
The top-ranked public school in 02838, RI is Northern Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02838 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02838, RI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02838, RI Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 New River Road
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 769-0261
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 769-0261
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
02838, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northern Early Learning Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
315 New River Rd
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 765-8698
Manville, RI 02838
(401) 765-8698
Gr: PK-1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02838, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02838, RI include Northern Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02838?
1 public schools are located in 02838.
What is the racial composition of students in 02838?
02838 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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