For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,377 students in 02860, RI.
The top ranked public high schools in 02860, RI are Jacqueline M. Walsh School, Blackstone Academy Charter and William E. Tolman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 02860 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Rhode Island public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in 02860, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 02860 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Rhode Island average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Blackstone Academy Charter, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Rhode Island or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02860, RI Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jacqueline M. Walsh School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
350 Divison Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-2148
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 721-2148
Gr: 9-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Blackstone Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
334 Pleasant Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 726-1750
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
William E. Tolman High School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Exchange Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6400
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,027 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Charles E. Shea High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
485 East Avenue
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6445
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6445
Gr: 9-12 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
02860, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
43 Webster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 729-6296
Gr: 4-6 | 209 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 02860, RI?
The top ranked public high schools in 02860, RI include Jacqueline M. Walsh School, Blackstone Academy Charter and William E. Tolman High School.
How many public high schools are located in 02860?
4 public high schools are located in 02860.
What is the racial composition of students in 02860?
02860 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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