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Best Rhode Island Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 116 private daycares & preschools serving 15,745 students in Rhode Island.

The private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island include Lincoln School, Gordon School, and The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day.

The average tuition cost is $14,941, which is lower than the Rhode Island average tuition cost of $20,570.

34% of private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 116
# Students Served: 15,745

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 116
# Students Served: 15,745

Rhode Island Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

116

Private Schools

15,745

Students

$14,941

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

28%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island?

The private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island include Lincoln School, Gordon School, and The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Rhode Island?

116 private daycares & preschools are located in Rhode Island.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Rhode Island?

The average tuition cost is $14,941, which is lower than the Rhode Island private school average tuition cost of $20,570.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island private daycares & preschools are approximately 28% minority students, which is same as the Rhode Island private school average of 28%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Rhode Island?

34% of private daycares & preschools in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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