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Kent County Schools & Education

School Score

67/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Midrange Signal

Graduation Rate

88.1%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

88.1%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 87.0%

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,039

National avg $13,239

State avg $11,264

School Score

67/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 65/100

State Score Position

#3

of 5 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Kent County

Measured School Summary

Kent County performs at an average level with a school score of 67/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.1%.

Funding Context

With $12,039 per pupil, Kent County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 3% above the Rhode Island average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% higher than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Kent County before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

43 public schools and 5 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

67/100

Mixed county signal. Ranks #3 of 5 Rhode Island counties with school score data.

Completion

88.1%

1.1 pts above the state average

Funding context

$12,039

$775 above the state average

School coverage

43

5 districts represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Kent County has 43 public schools across 5 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

Parent decision brief

What Kent County school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Mixed school landscape

Kent County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.

State position

#3

of 5 Rhode Island counties with school score data. The county score is 2 points above the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 95% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

Warwick

Elementary to high school visible

7,860 students

Elementary 13Middle 2High 3Other 1

19 listed schools in this county slice.

Coventry

Elementary to high school visible

4,215 students

Elementary 5Middle 1High 2Other 0

8 listed schools in this county slice.

West Warwick

Elementary to high school visible

3,491 students

Elementary 3Middle 1High 1Other 1

6 listed schools in this county slice.

East Greenwich

Elementary to high school visible

2,532 students

Elementary 4Middle 1High 1Other 0

6 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

Warwick is the largest listed district slice, with 19 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Kent County?

Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Kent County district systems?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?

Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?

Education Overview

About Schools in Kent County, Rhode Island

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

A Robust System for 19,000 Students

Kent County supports a large-scale education network of 43 public schools managed by five distinct districts. The infrastructure includes 25 elementary schools, six middle schools, and nine high schools, providing comprehensive coverage for 19,057 students. This diverse system accommodates everything from early learning to specialized high school programs.

A Diverse Mix of City and Rural Campus Life

Kent County offers a varied educational environment with 19 city-based schools, 17 suburban schools, and seven rural campuses. Schools range from the massive Coventry High School with 1,301 students to smaller community elementary buildings, with an overall average size of 465 students. Families can choose between bustling city high schools or quiet, rural learning centers depending on their preference.

School Overview

Total Schools

43

in Kent County

Reported Enrollment

19,057

41 schools reporting

School Districts

5

districts

Charter Schools

1

2% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary25
Middle6
High9
Other3

43 Public Schools in Kent County

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 7 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

Level

Showing 20 of 43 matching schools

Coventry High School

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Suburb: Large

Profile9–12High1,301 students

Toll Gate High School

Warwick

Warwick, 02886 / City: Small

Profile9–12High1,188 students

Pilgrim High School

Warwick

Warwick, 02888 / City: Small

Profile9–12High1,147 students

Warwick Veterans Middle School

Warwick

Warwick, 02889 / City: Small

Profile6–8Middle1,102 students

John F. Deering Middle

West Warwick

West Warwick, 02893 / Suburb: Large

Profile5–8Middle1,069 students

West Warwick High School

West Warwick

West Warwick, 02893 / Suburb: Large

Profile9–12High1,047 students

Alan Shawn Feinstein MS of Cov

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Suburb: Large

Profile6–8Middle974 students

East Greenwich High

East Greenwich

East Greenwich, 02818 / Suburb: Large

Record9–12High737 students

Winman Middle School

Warwick

Warwick, 02886 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle725 students

Archie R. Cole MS

East Greenwich

East Greenwich, 02818 / Suburb: Large

Record6–8Middle626 students

Washington Oak School

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary625 students

John F. Horgan School

West Warwick

West Warwick, 02893 / Suburb: Large

RecordKG–4Primary467 students

Exeter-West Greenwich Regional

Exeter-West Greenwich

West Greenwich, 02817 / Rural: Fringe

Record9–12High453 students

Greenbush Elementary School

West Warwick

West Warwick, 02893 / Suburb: Large

RecordKG–4Primary442 students

Wakefield Hills El. School

West Warwick

West Warwick, 02893 / Suburb: Large

RecordPK–4Primary401 students

Hopkins Hill School

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Suburb: Large

RecordKG–5Primary339 students

Oakland Beach School

Warwick

Warwick, 02889 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary330 students

Western Coventry School

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Rural: Fringe

RecordKG–5Primary330 students

Meadowbrook Farms School

East Greenwich

East Greenwich, 02818 / Suburb: Large

RecordPK–2Primary325 students

Blackrock School

Coventry

Coventry, 02816 / Suburb: Large

RecordKG–5Primary324 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$12,039

State avg $11,264

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which Rhode Island counties have the highest graduation rates?
Bristol County (93.5%), Washington County (89.8%), and Kent County (88.1%) currently lead Rhode Island among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.
What is per-pupil spending like in Rhode Island?
Across Rhode Island counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $11,264. The highest current county values are Kent County ($12,039), Washington County ($12,004), and Newport County ($11,793). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.
How should I read the school score in Kent County?
Kent County has a school score of 67/100, which is a midrange measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.
What is the graduation rate in Kent County?
The high school graduation rate in Kent County is 88.1%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.
How much does Kent County spend per student?
Kent County spends $12,039 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Kent County, Rhode Island — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Kent County, Rhode Island?

Kent County supports a large-scale education network of 43 public schools managed by five distinct districts. The infrastructure includes 25 elementary schools, six middle schools, and nine high schools, providing comprehensive coverage for 19,057 students. This diverse system accommodates everything from early learning to specialized high school programs.

What is the school experience like in Kent County?

Kent County offers a varied educational environment with 19 city-based schools, 17 suburban schools, and seven rural campuses. Schools range from the massive Coventry High School with 1,301 students to smaller community elementary buildings, with an overall average size of 465 students. Families can choose between bustling city high schools or quiet, rural learning centers depending on their preference.

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By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.