For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 601 students in 02896, RI.
The top-ranked public preschool in 02896, RI is North Smithfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 02896 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 30% statewide average). Pre schools in 02896, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02896, RI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2214 Providence Pike
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 765-2260
Gr: PK-4 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
02896, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
358 Victory Highway
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
North Smithfield, RI 02896
(401) 762-2793
Gr: 4-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02896, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02896, RI include North Smithfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 02896?
1 public preschools are located in 02896.
What is the racial composition of students in 02896?
02896 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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