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Best 02860 Rhode Island Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 604 students in 02860, RI (there are 11 public schools, serving 5,454 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 02860, RI are educated in private schools (compared to the RI state average of 15%).
The top ranked private school in 02860, RI is St. Raphael Academy.
25% of private schools in 02860, RI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 02860 Rhode Island Private Schools (2026)

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St. Raphael Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 431 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 33
Catholic
123 Walcott St
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 723-8100
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Map of Pawtucket Day Child Development Center
Pawtucket Day Child Development Center
Gr: PK-4 | 122 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
25 Thornley Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 722-7000
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Map of Smithfield Ave Nursery School & Kindergarten
Smithfield Ave Nursery School & Kindergarten
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
514 Smithfield Ave
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 728-4470
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Tides School
Gr: 8-12 | 15 students
Special Education School
242 Dexter St
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 822-1360
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02860, Rhode Island Private Schools (Closed)

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St. Mary School
Gr: PK-8 | 215 students
Catholic
167 George Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 723-6695
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Map of Valley Community School & Valley Day Program
Valley Community School & Valley Day Program
Gr: K-12 | 86 students
Alternative School
249 Roosevelt Ave Unit 1
Pawtucket, RI 02860
(401) 722-3513
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 02860, RI?
The top ranked private schools in 02860, RI is St. Raphael Academy.
How many private schools are located in 02860?
4 private schools are located in 02860.
What percentage of students in 02860 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 02860 are educated in private schools (compared to the RI state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 02860?
25% of private schools in 02860 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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