For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,518 students in 02904, RI (there are 2 private schools, serving 100 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 02904, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI are Birchwood Middle School, North Providence High School and Joseph A. Whelan School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02904 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02904, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02904, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birchwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Birchwood Drive
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1120
Gr: 6-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
North Providence High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1828 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1150
Gr: 9-12 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Joseph A. Whelan School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1440 Mineral Spring Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1180
Gr: K-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Stephen Olney School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1378 Douglas Avenue, North Pro
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 233-1160
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
E-cubed Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 Branch Avenue
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-0694
Gr: 9-12 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Veazie Street School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
211 Veazie Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 453-8601
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Esek Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
480 Charles Street
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-9203
Gr: 6-8 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
425 Branch Ave.
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-1707
Providence, RI 02904
(401) 456-1707
Gr: 9-12 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02904, RI include Birchwood Middle School, North Providence High School and Joseph A. Whelan School.
How many public schools are located in 02904?
8 public schools are located in 02904.
What percentage of students in 02904 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 02904 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02904?
02904 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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