St. Augustine School, a school whose tradition is based on an enriched curriculum within a Christian community.
We, the faculty and staff, will do our best to provide opportunities for you to learn and to grow academically and to become productive, thoughtful, and compassionate members of society.
You are our most valuable resource for the future. In a world where moral values are disappearing, we must work together as a home and school community.
This united effort will help guide you through the Twenty-First Century as moral, social, and academically competent young people.
The mission of Saint Augustine school is to follow the way the truth and the life of Christ by offering an enriched curriculum to students with various needs and abilities in grades pre kindergarten through eight by challenging and encouraging them to strive for excellence.
It is our hope that they will become productive, thoughtful and compassionate members of society.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Augustine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Following the Way, the Truth and the Life of Christ
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Augustine School's ranking?
St. Augustine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Augustine School located?
St. Augustine School is located in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 3 other private schools located in Mount Pleasant.
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The nearest high school to St. Augustine School is La Salle Academy (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is The Henry Barnard Laboratory School (0.1 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
240 Regent Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-3993
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 831-3993
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 152 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas Regional School
(Catholic)
15 Edendale Avenue
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 351-0403
North Providence, RI 02911
(401) 351-0403
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 158 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
931 Atwood Ave
Johnston, RI 02919
(401) 944-2993
Johnston, RI 02919
(401) 944-2993
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
49 Elmhurst Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 421-9750
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 421-9750
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 240 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Acceptance rate listed
600 Mount Pleasant Ave
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 456-8127
Providence, RI 02908
(401) 456-8127
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 215 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
School Reviews
5 3/5/2013
Great school, wonderful emphasis on manners and being kind to others.
They start at pre k instead of k and go through grade 8, not 9.
Graduate 1997
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