Best Schools in North Scituate, Rhode Island
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in North Scituate by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fogarty Memorial
Elementary · Glocester. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Scituate High School
High · Scituate. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ponaganset High School
High · Foster-glocester. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in North Scituate for 2026 are Fogarty Memorial (9.1/10), Scituate High School (8.4/10), and Ponaganset High School (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$387,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$387,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in North Scituate
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fogarty Memorial | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Scituate High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ponaganset High School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | North Scituate School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Ponaganset Middle School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Scituate Middle School | 5.9 / 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
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $108,813
- Median home value
- $387,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How North Scituate compares
Rhode Island rank
#8 of 33
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Rhode Island avg (6.2)
Median household income
$109k
112% of Rhode Island median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in North Scituate, Rhode Island
North Scituate, Rhode Island is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in North Scituate perform strongly 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 North Scituate is Fogarty Memorial with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
North Scituate is served by 3 school districts: Foster-Glocester, Glocester, Scituate. These districts collectively serve 3,056 students.
North Scituate's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $108,813. The poverty rate in the area is 4.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 315 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 230 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 256 students · 6th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 371 students · 9th–12th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 900 students · 9th–12th | 7.4 |
Schools in North Scituate
North Scituate, Rhode Island · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$108,813
Median Home Value
$387,500
Median Rent
$1,463/mo
Population
8,095
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Community Profile
North Scituate has a median household income of $108,813. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $387,500, with a median rent of $1,463/month. The local poverty rate of 4.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in North Scituate, Rhode Island
How many schools are in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
North Scituate has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in North Scituate is 7.3 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 North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in North Scituate on MySchoolScout is Fogarty Memorial with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked elementary school in North Scituate on MySchoolScout is Fogarty Memorial with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked middle school in North Scituate on MySchoolScout is Ponaganset Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best high school in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked high school in North Scituate on MySchoolScout is Scituate High School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
How many school districts serve North Scituate, Rhode Island?
North Scituate is served by 3 school districts: Foster-glocester, Glocester, Scituate.
What is the education level in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in North Scituate have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The median household income in North Scituate is approximately $108,813 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in North Scituate, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in North Scituate is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in North Scituate, 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.