For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 250 students in Charlestown, RI (there are , serving 66 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in Charlestown, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Charlestown, RI is Charlestown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlestown, RI public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Charlestown have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Charlestown, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charlestown Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
363 Carolina Back Road
Charlestown, RI 02813
(401) 364-7716
Charlestown, RI 02813
(401) 364-7716
Grades: K-4
| 250 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Charlestown, RI?
The top ranked public schools in Charlestown, RI include Charlestown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Charlestown?
1 public schools are located in Charlestown.
What percentage of students in Charlestown go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in Charlestown are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Charlestown?
Charlestown public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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