For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 503 students in 02920, RI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02920, RI are Glen Hills School and Arlington School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02920 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02920, RI have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02920, RI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Hills School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
50 Glen Hills Drive
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8005
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8005
Gr: PK-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Arlington School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
155 Princess Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8179
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8179
Gr: PK-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
02920, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Dcyf Alternative Ed. Program (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
57 Power Road
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-7253
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-7253
Gr: 8-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Ri Department Of Corrections (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
15 Fleming Rd
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-2507
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 462-2507
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02920, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02920, RI include Glen Hills School and Arlington School.
How many public preschools are located in 02920?
2 public preschools are located in 02920.
What is the racial composition of students in 02920?
02920 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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