For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,133 students in 02920, RI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02920, RI are Western Hills Middle School and Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02920 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02920, RI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02920, RI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Phenix Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8030
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 270-8030
Gr: 6-8 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
85 Garfield Avenue
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 347-1118
Cranston, RI 02920
(401) 347-1118
Gr: 5-8 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02920, RI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02920, RI include Western Hills Middle School and Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02920?
2 public middle schools are located in 02920.
What is the racial composition of students in 02920?
02920 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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