St. Paul School is a Catholic school located in Cranston, Rhode Island serving students in classes from pre-kindergarten through grade 8.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked RI School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Paul School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1922
Student Body
Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Chargers
- St. Paul School is a Catholic school located in Cranston, Rhode Island serving students in classes from pre-kindergarten through grade 8.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Paul School's ranking?
St. Paul School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul School?
The application deadline for St. Paul School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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