Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,250
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Cecilia School
About the School
- Saint Cecilia School, founded in 1912, is the oldest Catholic school in the region, offering families a faith-centered education that blends more than a century of tradition with innovative, high-quality academics.
- Our graduates are exceptionally well prepared for success, with over 90% earning scholarships and entering high school honors programs.
- Saint Cecilia School is known for its high teacher retention and highly certified faculty, ensuring instructional excellence and consistency.
- Students benefit from a robust extracurricular program that includes competition and game day cheerleading, cross country, boys' and girls' basketball, soccer, volleyball, and leadership and enrichment opportunities such as Student Ambassadors, National Junior Honor Society, drama, debate, chess, yearbook, and academic support clubs.
- With extended day care, educational field trips, and a strong commitment to faith, leadership, and service, Saint Cecilia School develops confident, compassionate students prepared to lead and succeed.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,250
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Cecilia School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Grade 7 has most students with 26, above Grade 3’s 10 and the school’s other grades.
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
yes
Year Founded
1912
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2005
Student Body
Total Students
173 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 28%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$6250 (K-5)
% on Financial Aid
70%
Admissions Director
Deana San Souci
Application URL
Request Information
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
AfterSchool Support ClubChess Club
Debate ClubStudent Ambassador Club
Yearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
chorusDrama
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Cecilia School cost?
St. Cecilia School's tuition is approximately $6,250 for private students.
What schools are St. Cecilia School often compared to?
St. Cecilia School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Teresa School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Cecilia School offer?
St. Cecilia School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is St. Cecilia School's ranking?
St. Cecilia School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Cecilia School?
The application deadline for St. Cecilia School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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