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Best 02871 Rhode Island Private Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private preschools serving 654 students in 02871, RI.
The top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI include St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart and The Pennfield School.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Rhode Island private preschool average acceptance rate of 77%.
33% of private preschools in 02871, RI are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked 02871 Rhode Island Private Preschools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Pennfield School
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(1)
110 Sandy Point Ave Litle Slocum Farm
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 849-4646
Gr: NS-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart
(Catholic)
(3)
324 Cory's Lane
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-0268
Gr: NS-8 | 452 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
Beginnings-the Children's School
Montessori School
1985 East Main Road
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 683-5850
Gr: K | 5 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 02871 Rhode Island

02871, Rhode Island Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
324 E Main Road- St.marys Church
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(617) 697-6563
Gr: PK-3 | 35 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI?
The top ranked private preschools in 02871, RI include St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart and The Pennfield School.
How many private preschools are located in 02871?
3 private preschools are located in 02871.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 02871?
33% of private preschools in 02871 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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