For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,484 students in 02878, RI.
The top-ranked public schools in 02878, RI are Fort Barton School, Ranger School and Tiverton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02878 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02878, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02878, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Fort Barton School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
99 Lawton Avenue
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6114
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6114
Gr: K-4 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Ranger School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
278 North Brayton Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8467
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8467
Gr: PK-4 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Tiverton High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 North Brayton Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8494
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-8494
Gr: 9-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Pocasset School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
242 Main Road
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6654
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6654
Gr: PK-4 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Tiverton Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Quintal Drive
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6668
Tiverton, RI 02878
(401) 624-6668
Gr: 5-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02878, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02878, RI include Fort Barton School, Ranger School and Tiverton High School.
How many public schools are located in 02878?
5 public schools are located in 02878.
What is the racial composition of students in 02878?
02878 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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