For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,476 students in 02818, RI (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,003 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 02818, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02818, RI are East Greenwich High School, James H. Eldredge School and Archie R. Cole Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02818 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02818, RI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% 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 02818, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Greenwich High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
300 Avenger Drive
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1300
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
James H. Eldredge School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
101 First Avenue
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 886-3246
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 886-3246
Gr: 3-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Archie R. Cole Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Cedar Avenue
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1333
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1333
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
George Hanaford School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Middle Road
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1351
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1351
Gr: 3-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
1100 Frenchtown Road
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1402
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1402
Gr: K-2 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
2 Chestnut Drive
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1502
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 398-1502
Gr: PK-2 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02818, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02818, RI include East Greenwich High School, James H. Eldredge School and Archie R. Cole Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02818?
6 public schools are located in 02818.
What percentage of students in 02818 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 02818 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02818?
02818 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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