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Rhode Island Private Preschools Belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 24 private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) serving 5,507 students in Rhode Island. You can also find more schools membership associations in Rhode Island.
The top ranked private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island include St. Cecilia School, The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day, and Providence Country Day School.
The average tuition cost is $11,270, which is lower than the Rhode Island private preschool average tuition cost of $14,941.
83% of private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 24

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 24

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island (2026-27)

Bishop McVinney School Photo
Bishop McVinney School
Gr: NS-8 | 225 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
155 Gordon Ave
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 781-2370
(1)
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Map of Blessed Sacrament School
Blessed Sacrament School
Gr: PK-8 | 152 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
240 Regent Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-3993
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Good Shepherd Catholic School Photo
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3
Catholic
1210 Mendon Road
Woonsocket, RI 02895
(401) 762-1095
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Map of The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day
The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day
Gr: PK-4 | 88 students
660 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 438-5170
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Lincoln School Photo
Lincoln School
Gr: PK-12 | 378 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 3
All-girls (Friends)
301 Butler Ave
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 331-9696
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Monsignor Matthew Clarke Catholic Regional School Photo
Monsignor Matthew Clarke Catholic Regional School
Gr: PK-8 | 372 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
5074 Tower Hill Rd
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 789-0860
(10)
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Our Lady Of Mercy School Photo
Our Lady Of Mercy School
Gr: PK-8 | 271 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
55 4th Ave
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 884-1618
(7)
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Providence Country Day School Photo
Providence Country Day School
Gr: PK-12 | 445 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 52
660 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 438-5170
(3)
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Rocky Hill Country Day School Photo
Rocky Hill Country Day School
Gr: NS-12 | 271 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 25
530 Ives Road
East Greenwich, RI 02818
(401) 884-9070
(15)
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Map of St. Cecilia School
St. Cecilia School
Gr: PK-8 | 173 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 7
Catholic
755 Central Ave
Pawtucket, RI 02861
(401) 723-9463
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Map of St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 234 students
Catholic
850 Wakefield St
West Warwick, RI 02893
(401) 821-3450
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Map of St. Kevin School
St. Kevin School
Gr: PK-8 | 270 students
Catholic
39 Cathedral Rd
Warwick, RI 02889
(401) 737-7172
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Map of Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart
Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart
Gr: NS-8 | 455 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 10
Catholic
324 Cory's Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0268
(3)
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Map of St. Thomas Regional School
St. Thomas Regional School
Gr: PK-8 | 158 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4
Catholic
15 Edendale Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 351-0403
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Father John V. Doyle School Photo
Father John V. Doyle School
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
343 S Main St
Coventry, RI 02816
(401) 821-3756
(4)
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Map of French-american School Of Rhode Island
French-american School Of Rhode Island
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum
75 John Street
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 274-3325
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Map of Greater Woonsocket Catholic Regional School System
Greater Woonsocket Catholic Regional School System
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
Catholic
1210 Mendon Road
Woonsocket, RI 02895
(401) 762-1095
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Islamic School Of Rhode Island Photo
Islamic School Of Rhode Island
Gr: PK-8 | 141 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Islamic
840 Providence St
West Warwick, RI 02893
(401) 821-8700
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Map of Msgr Gadoury Primary School
Msgr Gadoury Primary School
Gr: PK-2 | 95 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
1371 Park Ave
Woonsocket, RI 02895
(401) 767-5902
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St. Luke's Photo
St. Luke's
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
10 Waldron Ave.
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 246-0990
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St. Peter School Photo
St. Peter School
Gr: PK-8 | 191 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Catholic
120 Mayfair Road
Warwick, RI 02888
(401) 781-9242
(1)
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St. Philip School Photo
St. Philip School
Gr: NS-8 | 204 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
618 Putnam Pike
Greenville, RI 02828
(401) 949-1130
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Map of St. Rocco School
St. Rocco School
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
931 Atwood Ave
Johnston, RI 02919
(401) 944-2993
(4)
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Map of West Bay Christian Academy Elementary
West Bay Christian Academy Elementary
Gr: PK-8 | 209 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Christian
475 School St
North Kingstown, RI 02852
(401) 884-3600
(3)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island include St. Cecilia School, The Henry Barnard School at Providence Country Day, and Providence Country Day School.
How many private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) are located in Rhode Island?
24 private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) are located in Rhode Island.
How much do private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) cost in Rhode Island?
The average tuition cost is $11,270, which is lower than the Rhode Island private school average tuition cost of $14,941.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) are approximately 23% minority students, which is lower than the Rhode Island private school average of 28%.
What percentage of private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) are religiously affiliated in Rhode Island?
83% of private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).
24
Private Schools
5,507
Students
$11,270
Avg. Tuition
23%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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