For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 604 students in 02871, RI.
The top-ranked public middle school in 02871, RI is Portsmouth Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 02871 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02871, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02871, RI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portsmouth Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Jepson Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-3700
Gr: 5-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02871, RI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02871, RI include Portsmouth Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02871?
1 public middle schools are located in 02871.
What is the racial composition of students in 02871?
02871 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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