St. Andrew's empowers students to discover their unique value and embrace their full potential. Founded in 1893, St. Andrew's School is a boarding and day school in Barrington, RI serving grades 6-12 and postgraduate.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Yearly Tuition: $47,250
- Acceptance rate: 63%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Andrew's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Dyslexia / Language-based or Mild Learning Differences, ADD/ADHD
Year Founded
1893
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
80
School Motto
At St. Andrew’s, you can take risks, you can be curious, you can find balance, you can overcome challenges, you can discover new passions.
School Mascot
Saints
Student Body
Total Students
212 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
10 students
Number of AP Courses
24 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus, Music Theory, Physics, Statistics
Average SAT score
1130
(Out of 1600)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$47,250
% on Financial Aid
53%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$25,305
Acceptance Rate
63%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Jaci Arnone
Admissions Associate
Elizabeth Michaud
Application URL
Endowment Size
$20.2 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art, Badminton, Bike Club, Chapin, Choir, Community Service, Conditioning, Dance, Dorm Proctors, Intramural Volleyball, Lawn Games, Library, Literary Magazine, Music, National Honors Society, Peer Tutoring, Polar Saints, Project Adventure, Theatre, Walking, Weight Training, Yearbook, Yoga
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rowing
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Rowing
School Notes
- St. Andrew`s delivers anessential educationthrough personal instruction, so our students build both a bedrock academic foundation for college and a set of personal learning strategies to last through a lifetime of evolving and adapting. From thought-provoking electives to our expert learning services faculty, St. Andrew`s provides a dynamic group of learners with the challenges they need to keep growing intellectually and socially.
- St. Andrew`s students rise to higher academic expectations and build greater social confidence because they learn while immersed in our embracing, invigoratingresidential culture. At St. Andrew`s, day students and boarders alike have extraordinary access to teachers, unusual opportunities to bond with classmates from around the world, exciting co-curricular and weekend programming, and a warm and supportive peer group.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Demetris Nichols, NBA player -
- Karen A. Pelczarski, prominent attorney -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Andrew's School cost?
St. Andrew's School's tuition is approximately $47,250 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Andrew's School?
The acceptance rate of St. Andrew's School is 63%, which is lower than the national average of 77%.
Who are famous alumni from St. Andrew's School?
St. Andrew's School famous alumni include: Demetris Nichols, NBA player and Karen A. Pelczarski, prominent attorney.
Does St. Andrew's School offer a summer program?
Yes, St. Andrew's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does St. Andrew's School offer?
St. Andrew's School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, E-sports, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash and Tennis.
What is St. Andrew's School's ranking?
St. Andrew's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Most AP courses offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Andrew's School?
The application deadline for St. Andrew's School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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