Best Schools in Westerly, Rhode Island
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Westerly by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Westerly High School
High · Westerly. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
State Street School
Elementary · Westerly. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dunn's Corners School
Elementary · Westerly. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Westerly for 2026 are Westerly High School (8.9/10), State Street School (8.1/10), and Dunn's Corners School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$422,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$422,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Westerly
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Westerly High School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | State Street School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Dunn's Corners School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Westerly Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Springbrook Elementary School | 5.2 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $90,435
- Median home value
- $422,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Westerly compares
Rhode Island rank
#11 of 33
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Rhode Island avg (6.2)
Median household income
$90k
93% of Rhode Island median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Westerly, Rhode Island
Westerly, Rhode Island is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Westerly 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 Westerly is Westerly High School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Westerly is served by 1 school district: Westerly. These districts collectively serve 2,215 students.
Westerly's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,435. The poverty rate in the area is 6.0%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 270 students · Kindergarten–4th | 7.2 |
| 3 | 251 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 649 students · 5th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 692 students · 9th–12th | 8.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 79 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.8 |
Schools in Westerly
Westerly, Rhode Island · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,435
Median Home Value
$422,600
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
21,698
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Westerly has a median household income of $90,435. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $422,600, with a median rent of $1,249/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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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 Westerly, Rhode Island
How many schools are in Westerly, Rhode Island?
Westerly has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Westerly is 6.9 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 Westerly, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in Westerly on MySchoolScout is Westerly High School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked elementary school in Westerly on MySchoolScout is State Street School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked middle school in Westerly on MySchoolScout is Westerly Middle School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked high school in Westerly on MySchoolScout is Westerly High School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Westerly, Rhode Island?
Westerly is served by 1 school district: Westerly.
What is the education level in Westerly, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Westerly have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The median household income in Westerly is approximately $90,435 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Westerly, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Westerly is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Westerly, 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.