Washington County Schools & Education
Washington County, Rhode Island
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
89.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.0%
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,004
National avg $13,239
State avg $11,264
School Score
71/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 65/100
State Score Position
#2
of 5 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Washington County
Measured School Summary
Washington County shows higher measured school signals with a score of 71/100, though its graduation rate of 89.8% is a note of consideration.
Funding Context
With $12,004 per pupil, Washington County has adequate funding that generally covers core educational needs and some supplemental services.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% above the Rhode Island average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Washington 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
37 public schools and 9 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
71/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #2 of 5 Rhode Island counties with school score data.
Completion
89.8%
2.8 pts above the state average
Funding context
$12,004
$740 above the state average
School coverage
37
9 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Washington County has 37 public schools across 9 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.
What Washington 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.
Higher-signal county
Washington County screens well on the measured county-level school signal. The next check is whether that strength is broad across districts or concentrated in a few school pathways.
State position
#2
of 5 Rhode Island counties with school score data. The county score is 6 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 97% 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.
North Kingstown
Elementary to high school visible
3,798 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
Chariho
Elementary to high school visible
3,082 students
8 listed schools in this county slice.
South Kingstown
Elementary to high school visible
2,489 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
Westerly
Elementary to high school visible
2,242 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Chariho is the largest listed district slice, with 8 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 Washington County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Washington 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 Washington 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.
North Kingstown and Chariho Take Center Stage
North Kingstown is the largest district, serving 3,798 students, followed closely by the Chariho regional district with 3,082 students. Charter schools represent 5.4% of the landscape, providing targeted alternatives to the traditional district model. These districts are frequently recognized for their academic rigor and consistent performance.
Rural Charm and Suburban Scale
The county features a blend of 23 suburban and 14 rural schools, offering a peaceful learning environment with an average size of 392 students. North Kingstown Senior High is the largest facility with 1,374 students, while many other schools remain small and community-oriented. This locale mix creates a 'neighborhood' feel where schools are integrated into the natural landscape.
School Overview
Total Schools
37
in Washington County
Reported Enrollment
14,102
36 schools reporting
School Districts
9
districts
Charter Schools
2
5% of total
School Level Breakdown
9 School Districts in Washington County
North Kingstown
GuideChariho
South Kingstown
Westerly
Exeter-West Greenwich
Narragansett
Kingston Hill Academy
The Compass School
New Shoreham
37 Public Schools in Washington County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 37 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kingstown Sr. High | Profile | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 1,374 |
| Chariho High School | Profile | Chariho | Wood River Junction, 02894Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 1,043 |
| Chariho Regional Middle School | Record | Chariho | Wood River Junction, 02894Rural: Fringe | 5–8 | Middle | 845 |
| South Kingstown High | Record | South Kingstown | Wakefield, 02879Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 789 |
| Westerly High School | Record | Westerly | Westerly, 02891Suburb: Midsize | 9–12 | High | 699 |
| Westerly Middle School | Record | Westerly | Westerly, 02891Suburb: Midsize | 5–8 | Middle | 697 |
| Metcalf School | Record | Exeter-West Greenwich | Exeter, 02822Rural: Fringe | 2–6 | Primary | 581 |
| Narragansett High School | Record | Narragansett | Narragansett, 02882Suburb: Large | 9–12 | High | 474 |
| Davisville Middle School | Record | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 450 |
| Hamilton School | Record | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | KG–5 | Primary | 423 |
| Curtis Corner Middle School | Record | South Kingstown | Wakefield, 02879Suburb: Large | 7–8 | Middle | 412 |
| Richmond Elementary School | Record | Chariho | Wyoming, 02898Rural: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 405 |
| Stony Lane El. School | Record | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | KG–5 | Primary | 375 |
| Broad Rock Middle School | Record | South Kingstown | Wakefield, 02879Suburb: Large | 5–6 | Middle | 362 |
| Wickford Middle School | Record | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | 6–8 | Middle | 359 |
| Peace Dale School | Record | South Kingstown | Peace Dale, 02879Suburb: Large | KG–4 | Primary | 354 |
| Narragansett Elementary | Record | Narragansett | Narragansett, 02882Suburb: Large | PK–4 | Primary | 343 |
| Fishing Cove El. School | Record | North Kingstown | North Kingstown, 02852Suburb: Large | PK–5 | Primary | 325 |
| West Kingston School | Record | South Kingstown | West Kingston, 02892Rural: Fringe | KG–4 | Primary | 306 |
| Narragansett Pier School | Record | Narragansett | Narragansett, 02882Suburb: Large | 5–8 | Middle | 297 |
North Kingstown Sr. High
North Kingstown
North Kingstown, 02852 / Suburb: Large
Chariho High School
Chariho
Wood River Junction, 02894 / Rural: Fringe
Chariho Regional Middle School
Chariho
Wood River Junction, 02894 / Rural: Fringe
Davisville Middle School
North Kingstown
North Kingstown, 02852 / Suburb: Large
Curtis Corner Middle School
South Kingstown
Wakefield, 02879 / Suburb: Large
Stony Lane El. School
North Kingstown
North Kingstown, 02852 / Suburb: Large
Wickford Middle School
North Kingstown
North Kingstown, 02852 / Suburb: Large
Fishing Cove El. School
North Kingstown
North Kingstown, 02852 / Suburb: Large
West Kingston School
South Kingstown
West Kingston, 02892 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$12,004
State avg $11,264
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Schools in Washington County, Rhode Island — FAQ
What are the major school districts in Washington County, Rhode Island?
North Kingstown is the largest district, serving 3,798 students, followed closely by the Chariho regional district with 3,082 students. Charter schools represent 5.4% of the landscape, providing targeted alternatives to the traditional district model. These districts are frequently recognized for their academic rigor and consistent performance.
What is the school experience like in Washington County?
The county features a blend of 23 suburban and 14 rural schools, offering a peaceful learning environment with an average size of 392 students. North Kingstown Senior High is the largest facility with 1,374 students, while many other schools remain small and community-oriented. This locale mix creates a 'neighborhood' feel where schools are integrated into the natural landscape.
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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.