St. Pius V School
Saint Pius V School, founded in 1929, has been operating continuously for the past ninety-two years.
Today, Saint Pius serves 226 children from our own Elmhurst neighborhoods and several neighboring cities.
The Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia are an integral part of the school's faculty and staff, serving as classroom teachers and as principal.
The Sisters, along with a dedicated staff of Catholic educators, strive to educate the whole child in Truth enabling Saint Pius V graduates to become self-disciplined, reflective, and faith-filled contributors to society.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 234 students
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
St. Pius V 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 Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1929
Student Body
Total Students
234 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
35%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(Skirts, Jumpers, Button Down, Ties)
(Skirts, Jumpers, Button Down, Ties)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Newspaper, Recycling Club, Scouts, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Drama Club
Newspaper, Recycling Club, Scouts, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program, Choir, Drama Club
School Notes
- As a Dominican parish school, St. Pius V upholds truth as the guiding principle of its academic program. Truth is founded on the person and teachings of Jesus Christ. School emphasizes the need to strive for excellence in all academics in order that students may further the Gospel message in all areas of life. We believe that God manifests Himself through creation and Divine Revelation and that grace builds on nature. We therefore foster the development of knowledge and talents of our students.The academic program includes the following subject areas: Religion, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Music, Art, Technology, and World Language (Spanish). In grades 6, 7, and 8, the school offers advanced courses in Literature and Math.
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School Reviews
5 1/27/2021
It's a very good school, great curriculum and the 2nd grade teacher is the best one.
5 12/31/2020
I am so Blessed to have this school.
5 12/27/2018
Great school. Excellent extra curricular programs. Vibrant place!
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