For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 403 students in 02835, RI.
The top-ranked public schools in 02835, RI are Jamestown School-melrose and Jamestown School-lawn. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02835 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02835, RI have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02835, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jamestown School-melrose
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
76 Melrose Avenue
Jamestown, RI 02835
(401) 423-7020
Jamestown, RI 02835
(401) 423-7020
Gr: PK-4 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Jamestown School-lawn
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Lawn Avenue
Jamestown, RI 02835
(401) 423-7010
Jamestown, RI 02835
(401) 423-7010
Gr: 5-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02835, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02835, RI include Jamestown School-melrose and Jamestown School-lawn.
How many public schools are located in 02835?
2 public schools are located in 02835.
What is the racial composition of students in 02835?
02835 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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