For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 216 students in Kingston, RI (there are , serving 137 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Kingston, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Kingston, RI is The Compass School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingston, RI public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Kingston have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Kingston, RI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Compass School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
537 Old North Road
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 788-8322
Gr: K-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Kingston, Rhode Island ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Independence Transition Academy (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
25 West Independence Way
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Kingston, RI 02881
(401) 284-1559
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kingston, RI?
The top ranked public schools in Kingston, RI include The Compass School.
How many public schools are located in Kingston?
1 public schools are located in Kingston.
What percentage of students in Kingston go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Kingston are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kingston?
Kingston public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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