Best Schools in Block Island, Rhode Island
1 schools · 1 Other
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Block Island School
Other · New Shoreham. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$936,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$936,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Block Island
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Block Island School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $72,450
- Median home value
- $936,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Block Island compares
Median household income
$72k
74% of Rhode Island median
About Schools in Block Island, Rhode Island
Block Island, Rhode Island is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Block Island show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Block Island is Block Island School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Block Island is served by 1 school district: New Shoreham. These districts collectively serve 126 students.
Block Island's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,450. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 125 students · 1st–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Block Island
Block Island, Rhode Island · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,450
Median Home Value
$936,200
Median Rent
$1,422/mo
Population
829
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
Block Island has a median household income of $72,450. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $936,200, with a median rent of $1,422/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Block Island, Rhode Island
How many schools are in Block Island, Rhode Island?
Block Island has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Block Island, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Block Island is 5.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Block Island, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in Block Island on MySchoolScout is Block Island School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Block Island, Rhode Island?
Block Island is served by 1 school district: New Shoreham.
What is the education level in Block Island, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Block Island have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Block Island, Rhode Island?
The median household income in Block Island is approximately $72,450 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Block Island, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Block Island is 5.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Block Island, Rhode Island?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.