Schools in Johnston

Johnston is served by Johnston Public Schools, with a real, disclosed genuinely mixed performance picture this record discloses honestly rather than resolving to one grade.

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A Niche B- grade, genuinely mixed underneath

Niche grades Johnston Public Schools B- (3.29/5, 22% math / 32% reading proficiency), serving approximately 3,191 students.

Elementary strength, secondary lag

Brown Avenue School and Sarah Dyer Barnes School consistently outperform state averages, while Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School and Johnston Senior High School lag, scoring below state averages in core subjects.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.