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Best Rhode Island Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) serving 549 students in Rhode Island. You can also find more schools membership associations in Rhode Island.
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island include St. Andrew's School and Portsmouth Abbey School.
The average acceptance rate is 47%, which is lower than the Rhode Island private school average acceptance rate of 76%.
50% of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island (2026-27)

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Portsmouth Abbey School
Gr: 9-12 | 337 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 22
Catholic
285 Corys Ln
Portsmouth, RI 02871
(401) 643-1248
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St. Andrew's School
Gr: 6-12 | 212 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 24
63 Federal Rd
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 246-1230
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island?
The top ranked private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island include St. Andrew's School and Portsmouth Abbey School.
How many private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Rhode Island?
2 private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are located in Rhode Island.
What percentage of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) are religiously affiliated in Rhode Island?
50% of private schools belonging to The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) in Rhode Island are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
549
Students
$58,410
Avg. Tuition
29%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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