For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,225 students in 02857, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02857, RI are Fogarty Memorial, North Scituate School and Ponaganset Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02857 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02857, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02857, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fogarty Memorial
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
736 Snake Hill Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 568-6211
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 568-6211
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Scituate School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46 Institute Lane
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4110
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4110
Gr: K-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #33.
Ponaganset Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7 Rustic Hill Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 710-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Scituate Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
94 Trimtown Road
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4123
North Scituate, RI 02857
(401) 647-4123
Gr: 6-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02857, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02857, RI include Fogarty Memorial, North Scituate School and Ponaganset Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02857?
4 public elementary schools are located in 02857.
What is the racial composition of students in 02857?
02857 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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