Hugh Cole School is located just down the road from Kickemuit Middle School. It is located next to a Warren recreational facility and playground that is accessible by both the school and the public. Hugh Cole is the only public elementary school in Warren, serving around 500 students in grades PreK-5.

The school promotes safety, respect and responsibility to students while encompassing the values in the everyday classroom. Students are taught the core curriculum in conjunction with the Rhode Island Department of Education standards, as well as classes in art, music and physical education. Hugh Cole also offers specialized classes in ESL and literacy for students.