For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 864 students in East Providence, RI (there are , serving 3,495 public students). 20% of all K-12 students in East Providence, RI are educated in private schools (compared to the RI state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in East Providence, RI include Gordon School and Providence Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Rhode Island private school average acceptance rate of 76%.
Top Ranked East Providence ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Grove Avenue
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-6913
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-6913
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Gordon School
(7)
45 Maxfield Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-3833
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-3833
Gr: PK-8 | 398 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition listed
660 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 438-5170
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 438-5170
Gr: PK-12 | 389 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
East Providence, Rhode Island ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart School (Closed 2025)
(Catholic)
56 Purchase St
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-1080
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-1080
Gr: PK-8 | 130 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in East Providence, RI?
The top ranked private schools in East Providence, RI include Gordon School and Providence Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in East Providence?
3 private schools are located in East Providence.
What percentage of students in East Providence go to private school?
20% of all K-12 students in East Providence are educated in private schools (compared to the RI state average of 14%).
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