For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,173 students in 02891, RI (there are , serving 16 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 02891, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02891, RI are Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Westerly High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02891 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02891, RI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02891, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunn's Corners School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8 1/2 Plateau Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2320
Gr: K-4 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
State Street School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35 State Street
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2340
Gr: K-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Westerly High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23 Ward Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1501
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39 Springbrook Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 348-2296
Gr: K-4 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
Westerly Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Sandy Hill Road
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1601
Gr: 5-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
23 Highland Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Westerly, RI 02891
(401) 315-1521
Gr: PK | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
02891, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02891, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02891, RI include Dunn's Corners School, State Street School and Westerly High School.
How many public schools are located in 02891?
6 public schools are located in 02891.
What percentage of students in 02891 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 02891 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02891?
02891 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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