For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 268 students in 02859, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 55 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 02859, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 02859, RI is Steere Farm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 02859 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02859, RI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02859, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steere Farm Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
915 Steere Farm Road
Pascoag, RI 02859
(401) 568-1350
Pascoag, RI 02859
(401) 568-1350
Gr: 2-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02859, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02859, RI include Steere Farm Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 02859?
1 public schools are located in 02859.
What percentage of students in 02859 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 02859 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02859?
02859 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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