For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 601 students in 02896, RI.
The top ranked public preschool in 02896, RI is North Smithfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 02896 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02896, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02896, RI Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2214 Providence Pike
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
Gr: PK-4 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
02896, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
358 Victory Highway
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
Gr: 4-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 02896, RI?
The top ranked public preschools in 02896, RI include North Smithfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02896?
1 public preschools are located in 02896.
What is the racial composition of students in 02896?
02896 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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