For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,267 students in 02806, RI (there are 5 private schools, serving 727 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 02806, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02806, RI are Nayatt School, Barrington High School and Sowams Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02806 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02806, RI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02806, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nayatt School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
400 Nayatt Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3175
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3175
Gr: K-3 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Barrington High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
220 Lincoln Avenue
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3150
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,098 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Sowams Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
364 Sowams Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3180
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3180
Gr: K-3 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Barrington Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
261 Middle Highway
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3160
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3160
Gr: 6-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Hampden Meadows School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
297 New Meadow Road
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3166
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3166
Gr: 4-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Primrose Hill School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
60 Middle Highway
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3170
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-3170
Gr: PK-3 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02806, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02806, RI include Nayatt School, Barrington High School and Sowams Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02806?
6 public schools are located in 02806.
What percentage of students in 02806 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 02806 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02806?
02806 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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