What types of schools are available in Cranston, Rhode Island?

Cranston, Rhode Island offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Cranston, Rhode Island

Q: How many schools are in Cranston, Rhode Island?

There are 24 schools in Cranston, Rhode Island, serving 10,732 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Cranston?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Cranston, Rhode Island, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 24 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

10,732

Total Students

Across Cranston

13:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

24 schools found

Garden City School

publicelementaryK-5

70 Plantation Drive, Cranston, RI 02920

Cranston High School West

publichighGrade 9-12

80 Metropolitan Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

21 Village Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Orchard Farms El. School

publicelementaryPK-5

1555 Scituate Avenue, Cranston, RI 02921

401 Budlong Road, Cranston, RI 02920

Edward S. Rhodes School

publicelementaryK-5

160 Shaw Avenue, Cranston, RI 02905

Hope Highlands Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

300 Hope Road, Cranston, RI 02921

36 Stoneham Street, Cranston, RI 02920

50 Glen Hills Drive, Cranston, RI 02920

Western Hills Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

400 Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

Achievement First Iluminar

charter schoolelementaryK-4

85 Garfield Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

100 Crescent Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Af Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch

charter schoolmiddleGrade 5-8

85 Garfield Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920

180 Oakland Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

Park View Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

25 Park View Boulevard, Cranston, RI 02910

Cranston High School East

publichighGrade 9-12

899 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910

George J. Peters School

publicelementaryK-5

15 Mayberry Street, Cranston, RI 02920

160 Pawtuxet Avenue, Cranston, RI 02905

W. R. Dutemple School

publicelementaryK-5

32 Garden Street, Cranston, RI 02910

Apprenticeship Exploration Sch

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

4 Sharpe Drive, Cranston, RI 02920

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Cranston

Cranston, Rhode Island is home to 24 schools serving over 10,732 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

School Insights

Metrics for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency

Math25%

ELA37%

Students meeting state proficiency standards

Class Size Distribution

Small (<15:1)15

Moderate (15-20:1)5

Large (>20:1)0

Smaller classes allow more individual attention

Highlights

0% of schools rated 8/10 or above
1,653 students at Cranston High School West
Best ratio: 8:1

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Cranston, Rhode Island?

There are 24 schools in Cranston, serving 10,732 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Cranston?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Cranston include schools with ratings of 5 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Cranston?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Cranston is 13:1.

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