Public Education System
Registering your K-12 child into a public school in Rhode Island involves a few key steps. First, you’ll need to gather necessary documents, including proof of residency, your child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and previous school records if applicable. Next, visit the school district’s website or the specific school to complete the registration forms, which can often be done online. Additionally, some schools may require an in-person appointment for verification and to discuss any specific needs your child may have. Once all documents are submitted and verified, your child will be enrolled and ready to start their educational journey in Rhode Island’s public school system.
Public School Districts
Barrington Schools
Block Island School
Bristol-Warren Schools
Burrillville Schools
Central Falls Schools
Chariho Schools
Coventry Schools
Cranston Schools
Cumberland Schools
East Greenwich Schools
East Providence Public Schools
Exeter-West Greenwich
Public Schools
Foster-Glocester Regional Schools
Jamestown Public Schools
Johnston Public Schools
Lincoln Public Schools
Little Compton Public Schools
Middletown Public Schools
Narragansett Public Schools
Newport Public Schools
North Kingstown Public Schools
North Providence Public Schools
North Smithfield Public Schools
Pawtucket Public Schools
Portsmouth Public Schools
Providence Public Schools
Scituate Public Schools
Smithfield Public Schools
South Kingstown Public School District
Tiverton Public Schools
Warwick Public Schools
West Warwick Public School District
Westerly Public Schools
Woonsocket Public Schools
Private Schools
Independent and parochial schools are available throughout Rhode Island. Parents who want to explore private school options can begin with the directory of available schools offered on the state department of education website:
Rhode Island Department of Education
Roman Catholic School Office
National Center for Education Statistics
Charter Schools
Charter schools in Rhode Island offer an alternative to traditional public schools, providing innovative educational approaches and greater flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Charter School Information
Home Schooling
Home schooling in Rhode Island allows parents to educate their children at home, following state guidelines.
