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Jewish Community Day School Of Rhode Island Top 4 · Lowest Acceptance Rate (RI)

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Most Selective Private Preschools in Rhode Island

Name: Rhode Island Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool acceptance rate in Rhode Island is 84% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Rhode Island is Moses Brown School, with an acceptance rate of 32%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# RI Schools Ranked: 17
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 32%–100%
RI School Avg.: 84%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# RI Schools Ranked: 17
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 32%–100%
RI School Avg.: 84%
National School Avg.: 87%

Rhode Island Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Total Growth: (-11.5%) (-10% since 2022)

View Data

Year	National avg	Rhode Island (RI) avg
2025	83%	77% (▼ 11 pp)
2024	88%	88% (— 0 pp)
2023	88%	88% (▲ 1 pp)
2022	88%	87%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Acceptance Rate Range: 32% 100% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 84%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Rhode Island average private preschools acceptance rate?

The Rhode Island average private preschools acceptance rate is 84% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private preschools in Rhode Island?

The top ranked private preschools in Rhode Island include Moses Brown School, Jewish Community Day School Of Rhode Island and Providence Country Day School.

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