For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,988 students in 02879, RI (there are , serving 889 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 02879, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02879, RI are Matunuck School, South Kingstown High School and Broad Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02879 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02879, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02879, RI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matunuck School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
380 Matunuck Beach Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Gr: K-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
South Kingstown High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 Columbia Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Broad Rock Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
351 Broad Rock Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Peace Dale School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 Kersey Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
02879, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
301 Curtis Corner Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1333
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1333
Gr: 7-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
153 School St
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Gr: PK | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1200
Gr: PK | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
1157 South Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-9679
Gr: K-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
101 High Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1400
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1400
Gr: PK | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02879, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02879, RI include Matunuck School, South Kingstown High School and Broad Rock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02879?
4 public schools are located in 02879.
What percentage of students in 02879 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 02879 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02879?
02879 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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