For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 217 students in Kingston, RI (there are 3 private schools, serving 137 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in Kingston, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Kingston, RI is The Compass School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingston, RI public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Kingston have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kingston, RI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Compass School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
537 Old North Road
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Gr: K-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Kingston, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in Kingston, RI include The Compass School.
How many public schools are located in Kingston?
1 public schools are located in Kingston.
What percentage of students in Kingston go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in Kingston are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kingston?
Kingston public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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