| District | City | Rating | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington Public Schools | Barrington | 10/10 Excellent · 99th pct | 1 |
| East Greenwich School District | East Greenwich | 10/10 Excellent · 97th pct | 1 |
| Narragansett School District | Narragansett | 10/10 Excellent · 94th pct | 1 |
| North Kingstown School District | North Kingstown | 10/10 Excellent · 90th pct | 2 |
| Portsmouth School District | Portsmouth | 9/10 Excellent · 87th pct | 2 |
| Cumberland School District | Cumberland | 9/10 Excellent · 84th pct | 1 |
| North Smithfield School District | Forestdale | 9/10 Excellent · 81st pct | 3 |
| Smithfield School District | Greenville | 8/10 Good · 77th pct | 2 |
| Lincoln School District | Albion | 8/10 Good · 74th pct | 3 |
| South Kingstown School District | Wakefield | 8/10 Good · 71st pct | 3 |
| Scituate School District | Clayville | 7/10 Good · 68th pct | 3 |
| Bristol-Warren Regional School District | Bristol | 7/10 Good · 65th pct | 2 |
| Chariho Regional School District | Ashaway | 7/10 Good · 61st pct | 11 |
| Foster-Glocester Regional School District | Chepachet | 6/10 Average · 58th pct | 3 |
| Tiverton School District | Tiverton | 6/10 Average · 55th pct | 1 |
| New Shoreham School District | Block Island | 6/10 Average · 52nd pct | 1 |
| Westerly School District | Westerly | 5/10 Average · 48th pct | 1 |
| Middletown School District | Middletown | 5/10 Average · 45th pct | 1 |
| Coventry School District | Coventry | 5/10 Average · 42nd pct | 2 |
| North Providence School District | North Providence | 4/10 Below Average · 39th pct | 1 |
| Johnston School District | Johnston | 4/10 Below Average · 35th pct | 1 |
| Cranston Public Schools | Cranston | 4/10 Below Average · 32nd pct | 1 |
| Cranston School District | Fiskeville | 4/10 Below Average · 32nd pct | 4 |
| Warwick School District | Warwick | 3/10 Below Average · 29th pct | 3 |
| East Providence School District | East Providence | 3/10 Below Average · 26th pct | 3 |
| Burrillville School District | Glendale | 3/10 Below Average · 23rd pct | 5 |
| Pawtucket School District | Pawtucket | 2/10 Poor · 19th pct | 2 |
| Newport School District | Newport | 2/10 Poor · 16th pct | 2 |
| West Warwick School District | West Warwick | 2/10 Poor · 13th pct | 1 |
| Providence Public Schools | Providence | 1/10 Poor · 10th pct | 2 |
| Providence School District | Providence | 1/10 Poor · 10th pct | 6 |
| Woonsocket School District | Woonsocket | 1/10 Poor · 6th pct | 1 |
| Central Falls School District | Central Falls | 1/10 Poor · 3rd pct | 1 |
School Districts in Rhode Island
Rhode Island is home to 33 public school districts serving approximately 152,988 students across 77+ zip codes. The average district rating statewide is 5/10, based on state reading and math assessment proficiency (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for 90% of districts, with a 2017–18 fallback for the rest), ranked against other districts in the same state. Directory data (enrollment, schools, contacts) is NCES CCD 2024–25.
Top-rated districts in Rhode Island include Barrington Public Schools, East Greenwich School District, Narragansett School District, and 2 more top-rated districts. Use the table above to sort and compare all districts, or click any district name to view its full profile including assigned schools, enrollment, and spending data.
Finding Your District in Rhode Island
School district boundaries in Rhode Island are determined by your residential address, not just your city or zip code. In some areas, a single zip code spans multiple districts, or a district may serve students across several zip codes. The most reliable way to confirm your district is to enter your exact zip code in the search tool above.
Why School Districts Matter for Homebuyers
In Rhode Island, as across the country, school district quality is one of the top three factors homebuyers cite when choosing a neighborhood. Homes in higher-rated districts often command a premium of 5–25% compared to similar homes in adjacent districts. Whether you're buying, renting, or planning a move, understanding which school district serves your address is an essential first step.