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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 02871


At a glance
4
Schools
2,114
Students
4
5-star schools
Top rankedMelville School7th of 166 Rhode Island elementary schools
Biggest riser
Howard Hathaway School up 12 spots statewide this year
Summary:

The 02871 zip code area in Rhode Island is home to a strong educational system, with 4 high-performing schools serving students from elementary through high school. The schools in this area, which include Portsmouth High School, Portsmouth Middle School, Howard Hathaway School, and Melville School, are consistently ranked among the top in the state and demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence.

Portsmouth School District, which oversees these schools, is ranked 5th out of 60 districts in Rhode Island and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The district's high-performing schools, particularly Portsmouth High School and Melville School, stand out for their exceptional performance on standardized tests, with proficiency rates that exceed state averages in ELA, math, and science. These schools also boast impressive graduation rates, low student-teacher ratios, and high per-student spending, indicating a strong investment in education.

Overall, the schools in the 02871 zip code area demonstrate a consistent pattern of high academic achievement, with multiple institutions ranked among the top in the state. While the student population appears to be relatively affluent, the schools' focus on providing a quality education for all students is evident in their exceptional performance and the resources allocated to support student learning.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Rhode Island Department of Education.

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