The Corporation of the Church of the Holy Ghost is located in the heart of Federal Hill, Providence, Rhode Island's "Little Italy".
The church was established on September 22, 1889 by the Missionaries of Saint Charles Borromeo to serve the spiritual needs of the new Italian immigrants at the turn of the 19th century.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked RI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Ghost School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
240 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holy Ghost School's ranking?
Holy Ghost School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Holy Ghost School?
The application deadline for Holy Ghost School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Holy Ghost School located?
Holy Ghost School is located in the Federal Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other private schools located in Federal Hill.
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Holy Ghost School is Federal Hill House Early Learning Center (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Blessed Sacrament School (0.6 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
240 Regent Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-3993
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-3993
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 152 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
518 Lloyd Avenue
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 331-6120
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 331-6120
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 78 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Federal Hill House Early Learning Center
Special Program Emphasis
9 Courtland St
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 421-4722
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 421-4722
0.1 miles
Gr: K-9 | 72 students
600 Mount Pleasant Ave
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 456-8127
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 456-8127
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
635 Mount Pleasant Ave
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-1213
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-1213
1.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 248 students
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