For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,353 students in 02871, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI are Howard Hathaway School, Melville School and Portsmouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02871, RI Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Howard Hathaway School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
53 Tallman Avenue
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0500
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0500
Gr: K-4 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Melville School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1351 West Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-1650
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-1650
Gr: PK-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Portsmouth Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Gr: 5-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
02871, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02871, RI include Howard Hathaway School, Melville School and Portsmouth Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02871?
3 public elementary schools are located in 02871.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871?
02871 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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