Newport

Located at 15 Wickham Rd in Newport, Rhode Island (02840), the Newport Public School District is an active, traditional public school system serving families across a comprehensive educational continuum from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Situated within the greater Providence-Warwick metropolitan region and categorized as a large suburban district, Newport operates four active public schools dedicated to primary and secondary learning. Operating independently of charter arrangements and supervisory unions, the district provides structured educational programming for a total enrollment of 1,795 students. This student body spans early childhood to secondary education, beginning with 32 pre-kindergarten children and 110 kindergarteners, progressing through robust elementary and middle grade cohorts, and culminating in a high school senior class of 167 students.

Reflecting a rich and diverse community profile, the district’s enrollment includes 825 female and 970 male students, representing a wide array of cultural backgrounds with 751 Hispanic, 576 White, 232 multiracial, 172 Black, 43 American Indian, 17 Asian, and 4 Pacific Islander students. To ensure strong academic outcomes and tailored student support, Newport maintains a substantial staffing context comprising 714 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This team is anchored by 346 FTE classroom teachers, supported by 76 FTE instructional aides, and rounded out by 292 FTE support staff members. Serving residents within Rhode Island's 1st Congressional District, State Senate District 13, and State House District 75, the Newport Public School District pairs comprehensive staffing with dedicated neighborhood facilities to foster student growth and academic success.