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Best 02904 Rhode Island Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,295 students in 02904, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02904, RI are Birchwood Middle School, Joseph A. Whelan School and Stephen Olney School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02904 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02904, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02904, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10 Birchwood Drive
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Joseph A. Whelan School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Stephen Olney School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1378 Douglas Avenue, North Pro
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Pleasant View School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
110 Paul Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9325
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Veazie Street School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
211 Veazie Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Gr: PK-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Esek Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
480 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Gr: 6-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 02904 Rhode Island

02904, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Of Service (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
425 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 278-2051
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Marieville School (Closed 2020)
1135 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 725-0099
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Occupational Education High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
550 Branch Ave/wanskuck
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9217
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Windmill Street Elementary School (Closed 2012)
110 Paul St
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9419
Gr: K-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02904, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02904, RI include Birchwood Middle School, Joseph A. Whelan School and Stephen Olney School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02904?
6 public elementary schools are located in 02904.
What is the racial composition of students in 02904?
02904 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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