For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,904 students in 02842, RI (there are , serving 561 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 02842, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02842, RI are Middletown High School, Aquidneck School and Gaudet Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02842 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02842, RI have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02842, RI 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middletown High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
130 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-7250
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-7250
Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Aquidneck School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 Reservoir Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-4921
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-4921
Gr: PK-3 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Gaudet Learning Academy
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1113 Aquidneck Ave.
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Gr: 4-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Gaudet Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1113 Aquidneck Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 846-6395
Gr: 6-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Forest Avenue School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Forest Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 849-9434
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 849-9434
Gr: K-3 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
02842, Rhode Island 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
26 Oliphant Lane
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-3916
Gr: K | 53 students Minority enrollment: 26%
740 West Main Road
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 619-3162
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02842, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02842, RI include Middletown High School, Aquidneck School and Gaudet Learning Academy.
How many public schools are located in 02842?
5 public schools are located in 02842.
What percentage of students in 02842 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 02842 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02842?
02842 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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