The Tides School (2026 Profile)

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The Tides School

The Tides School serves 8 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the Other school association(s). The student:teacher of The Tides School is 2:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other school association(s)

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1983

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

8 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 29%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Tides School?

The application deadline for The Tides School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Tides School located?

The Tides School is located in the Lower South Providence neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 3 other private schools located in Lower South Providence.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Providence, RI is $23,137 for elementary schools and $29,216 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Providence, RI is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).