For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 727 students in 02860, RI.
The top ranked public charter schools in 02860, RI are International Charter School and Blackstone Academy Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Rhode Island public charter school average of 20%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 25% statewide average). Charter schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public charter school average of 86% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
International Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-0824
Grades: K-5
| 382 students
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Grades: 9-12
| 345 students
02860, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
43 Webster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Grades: 4-6
| 209 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 02860, RI?
The top ranked public charter schools in 02860, RI include International Charter School and Blackstone Academy Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 02860?
2 public charter schools are located in 02860.
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public charter schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public charter schools average of 86% (majority Hispanic).
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