For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,488 students in Warren, RI (there are , serving 56 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Warren, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Warren, RI are Kickemuit Middle School, Hugh Cole School and Highlander Secondary Charter S. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Warren, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Warren have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Warren, RI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kickemuit Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
525 Child Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 245-2010
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 245-2010
Gr: 6-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Hugh Cole School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Asylum Road
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 245-1460
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 245-1460
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Highlander Secondary Charter S
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
360 Market Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3585
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3585
Gr: 7-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Warren, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
790 South Main Street
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3749
Warren, RI 02885
(401) 247-3749
Gr: 4-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Warren, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in Warren, RI include Kickemuit Middle School, Hugh Cole School and Highlander Secondary Charter S.
How many public schools are located in Warren?
3 public schools are located in Warren.
What percentage of students in Warren go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Warren are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Warren?
Warren public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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