For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 916 students in 02816, RI.
The top-ranked public preschools in 02816, RI are Washington Oak School and Blackrock School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02816 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Rhode Island public pre school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 29% statewide average). Pre schools in 02816, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02816, RI Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Oak School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
801 Read School House Road
Coventry, RI 02816
(401) 397-1976
Coventry, RI 02816
(401) 397-1976
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Blackrock School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12 Lacasa Drive
Coventry, RI 02816
(401) 822-9450
Coventry, RI 02816
(401) 822-9450
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 02816, RI?
The top-ranked public preschools in 02816, RI include Washington Oak School and Blackrock School.
How many public preschools are located in 02816?
2 public preschools are located in 02816.
What is the racial composition of students in 02816?
02816 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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