For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,280 students in 02889, RI.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 02889 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02889, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02889, RI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 287 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 323 students
Rank: #33.
Hoxsie School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
55 Glenwood Drive
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3555
Grades: K-5
| 269 students
Rank: #44.
Warwick Veterans Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,066 students
Rank: #55.
Oakland Beach School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
02889, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
69 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3350
Grades: 7-8
| 404 students
61 Hoxsie Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3455
Grades: K-6
| 199 students
51 Draper Avenue
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3440
Grades: 4
| 2 students
2401 West Shore Road
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 734-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 809 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02889, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02889, RI include Warwick Neck School, Sherman School and Hoxsie School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02889?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02889.
What is the racial composition of students in 02889?
02889 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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