For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,640 students in Smithfield, RI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithfield, RI are Raymond Laperche School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithfield, RI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in Smithfield have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Smithfield, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Raymond Laperche School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11 Limerock Road
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6652
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
Rank: #22.
Pleasant View Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Pleasant View Ave.
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Grades: K-5
| 553 students
Rank: #33.
Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Indian Run Trail
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2056
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2056
Grades: 6-8
| 522 students
Rank: #44.
Old County Road School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Old County Road
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6613
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 231-6613
Grades: K-5
| 230 students
Smithfield, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Pleasant View Avenue
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Smithfield, RI 02917
(401) 949-2058
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Smithfield, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Smithfield, RI include Raymond Laperche School, Pleasant View Elementary School and Vincent J. Gallagher Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Smithfield?
4 public elementary schools are located in Smithfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithfield?
Smithfield public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Smithfield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Smithfield include: Raymond Laperche School vs. Old County Road School, Old County Road School vs. Raymond Laperche School
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