The Pennfield School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked RI School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 197 students
Yearly Tuition: $26,760
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 4 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Pennfield School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	The Pennfield School
Nursery	11
Pre-K	35
Kind	27
1	12
2	18
3	16
4	25
5	16
6	16
7	11
8	10

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Pre-K has the most students with 35, more than any other grade at The Pennfield School.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1971

Campus Size

19 acres

School Motto

The joyful pursuit of understanding.

Student Body

Total Students

197 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

16 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 4 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$26,760

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Tuition Notes

$11750 for full day PS and PK . $15,130 K-3 $19,135 4-5 $21,045 6th-8th $26,760

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$6,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Kristin Emory

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

GolfLacrosse

SoccerSwimming

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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BushcraftGreen Team

Newspaper ClubRiding

Robotics Club

School Notes

When you walk into The Pennfield School, you see the words "Joy, Understanding, and Respect" over the main entry.
These are the three words that define the School and its philosophy.
While the building is new and sits on 19 breath-taking acres, the School holds true to its traditional roots and its values.
A family-oriented school, Pennfield creates a partnership among all its members.
Children leave Pennfield having acquired a true love of learning and a confidence to excel at the secondary school level.

The Pennfield School creates a safe, nurturing environment for all of its students. Children gain confidence in themselves through a process of teaching which is both creative, hands-on, and positive. Each child gains a voice and an audience while at the School. Performances and Assembly Speeches are a part of the educational process, which develop solid public speaking skills. Pennfield is a joyous, happy place and a school which students often refer to as a "second home."

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Pennfield School cost?

The Pennfield School's tuition is approximately $26,760 for private students and $350 for summer students.

What schools are The Pennfield School often compared to?

The Pennfield School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Michaels Country Day School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of The Pennfield School?

The acceptance rate of The Pennfield School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.

What sports does The Pennfield School offer?

The Pennfield School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer and Swimming.

What is The Pennfield School's ranking?

The Pennfield School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for The Pennfield School?

The application deadline for The Pennfield School is Feb. 4 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 4 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Thanksgiving Break- No School

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

Pennfield School is an amazing nurturing environment and so much more! The classes are small and curriculum's offer a respectful differentiated teaching for the students. There are numerous extracurricular activities to choose from but most important is the sense of community. Not only is the school on a beautiful campus in a new facility, everyone treats one another with respect and kindness and instills that in our children. I feel very fortunate to have such a great school in our area!

- Posted by Parent - suzan

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Rhode Island is $17,927 for elementary schools and $31,261 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Rhode Island is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).