For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,477 students in 02809, RI (there are 1 private school, serving 101 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 02809, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02809, RI are Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02809 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02809, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02809, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockwell School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1225 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Guiteras School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 Washington Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Gr: 2-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Colt Andrews School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
570-574 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Gr: K-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Hope High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
199 Chestnut Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5980
Gr: 9-12 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02809, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02809, RI include Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School.
How many public schools are located in 02809?
4 public schools are located in 02809.
What percentage of students in 02809 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 02809 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02809?
02809 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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