For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,900 students in 02879, RI (there are 5 private schools, serving 827 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 02879, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02879, RI are Matunuck School, South Kingstown High School and Broad Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02879 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in 02879, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02879, RI Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matunuck School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
380 Matunuck Beach Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1234
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
South Kingstown High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
215 Columbia Street
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Broad Rock Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
351 Broad Rock Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Peace Dale School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 Kersey Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 360-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02879, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in 02879, RI include Matunuck School, South Kingstown High School and Broad Rock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02879?
4 public schools are located in 02879.
What percentage of students in 02879 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 02879 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02879?
02879 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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