For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,280 students in 02889, RI (there are , serving 1,219 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 02889, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02889, RI are Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02889 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02889, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02889, RI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warwick Neck School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Lennox Avenue (formerly 15
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3480
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3480
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Sherman School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 Killey Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3565
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3565
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Hoxsie School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 Glenwood Drive
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Warwick Veterans Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,066 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Oakland Beach School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
383 Oakland Beach Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3420
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3420
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
02889, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
69 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Gr: 7-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
61 Hoxsie Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Gr: K-6 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
51 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Gr: 4 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 809 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02889, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02889, RI include Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School.
How many public schools are located in 02889?
5 public schools are located in 02889.
What percentage of students in 02889 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 02889 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02889?
02889 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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