For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,402 students in Westerly, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Westerly, RI are Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Springbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westerly, RI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in Westerly have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Westerly, RI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunn's Corners School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 1/2 Plateau Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Gr: K-4 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
State Street School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 State Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Gr: K-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39 Springbrook Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Gr: K-4 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Westerly Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Sandy Hill Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Gr: 5-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Westerly, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Westerly, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Westerly, RI include Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Springbrook Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Westerly?
4 public elementary schools are located in Westerly.
What is the racial composition of students in Westerly?
Westerly public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Westerly are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Westerly include: State Street School vs. Dunn's Corners School, Dunn's Corners School vs. State Street School, State Street School vs. Springbrook Elementary School
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