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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 (2026)

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.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

240 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

89%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: Verified school update

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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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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked RI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 240 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Providence, RI is $22,811 for elementary schools and $29,216 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Providence, RI is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).