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Best Rhode Island Private Preschools Belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges serving 3,072 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 in Rhode Island include Blessed Sacrament School, Lincoln School, and St. Cecilia School.
The average tuition cost is $9,260, which is lower than the Rhode Island private preschool average tuition cost of $17,206.
92% of private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 13

Top Ranked Private Preschools Belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges 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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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
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 8
Catholic
5074 Tower Hill Rd
Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 789-0860
(10)
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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 Philomena School of the Sacred Heart
St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart
Gr: NS-8 | 452 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 9
Catholic
324 Cory's Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0268
(3)
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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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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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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges in Rhode Island?
The top ranked private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges in Rhode Island include Blessed Sacrament School, Lincoln School, and St. Cecilia School.
How many private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges are located in Rhode Island?
13 private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges are located in Rhode Island.
How much do private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges cost in Rhode Island?
The average tuition cost is $9,260, which is lower than the Rhode Island private school average tuition cost of $17,206.
How diverse are private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges are approximately 25% 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 are religiously affiliated in Rhode Island?
92% of private preschools belonging to New England Association of Schools and Colleges in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Friends).
13
Private Schools
3,072
Students
$9,260
Avg. Tuition
25%
Students of Color
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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