For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 690 students in 02809, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02809, RI are Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02809 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02809, RI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02809, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockwell School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1225 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5930
Gr: K-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Guiteras School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35 Washington Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5932
Gr: 2-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Colt Andrews School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
570-574 Hope Street
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Bristol, RI 02809
(401) 254-5987
Gr: K-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02809, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02809, RI include Rockwell School, Guiteras School and Colt Andrews School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02809?
3 public elementary schools are located in 02809.
What is the racial composition of students in 02809?
02809 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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