For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,156 students in 02840, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02840, RI are Claiborne Pell Elementary School and Frank E. Thompson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02840 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 32% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02840, RI have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02840, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Claiborne Pell Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Dexter Street
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 842-1900
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 842-1900
Gr: PK-4 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Frank E. Thompson Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 Broadway
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 847-1493
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 847-1493
Gr: 5-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02840, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02840, RI include Claiborne Pell Elementary School and Frank E. Thompson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02840?
2 public elementary schools are located in 02840.
What is the racial composition of students in 02840?
02840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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