Average
#25 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 37% of private schools
Bradley School-south
School
4781 TOWER HILL RD, Wakefield, RI 02879
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#25 of 65
In Wakefield
#1 of 2
public schools
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Bradley School-south
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About Bradley School-south
Bradley School-south is a private school in Wakefield, RI. Bradley School-south serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bradley School-south has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- RI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 44 students, Bradley School-south is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Bradley School-south sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bradley School-south is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Bradley School-south compares to the 3 public schools in Wakefield, RI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wakefield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradley School-south (this school) | 6.7 |
| Broad Rock Middle School | 7.1 |
| South Kingstown High | 9.3 |
| Matunuck School | 7.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in RI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in RI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4781 TOWER HILL RD, Wakefield, RI 02879
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bradley School-south may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jamestown School-Melrose (rated 9.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Kingstown High (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Kingstown Sr. High (rated 9.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby North Kingstown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wakefield, see our Wakefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONSIGNOR MATTHEW CLARKE CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Wakefield | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Broad Rock Middle School Wakefield | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Narragansett Elementary Narragansett | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Narragansett High School Narragansett | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| South Kingstown High Wakefield | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Narragansett Pier School Narragansett | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Peace Dale School Peace Dale | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| MIDDLEBRIDGE SCHOOL Narragansett | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| QUEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Narragansett | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| The Compass School Kingston | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Kingston Hill Academy Saunderstown | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| West Kingston School West Kingston | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| SOUTH COUNTY MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Kingstown | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Matunuck School Wakefield | 5.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Hamilton School North Kingstown | 6.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown | 5.9 mi | 9.6 |
| Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| North Kingstown Sr. High North Kingstown | 7.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Wickford Middle School North Kingstown | 8.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Fishing Cove El. School North Kingstown | 9.6 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,848
Median Home Value
$515,800
Median Rent
$1,281/mo
Population
22,628
College Educated
59.1%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
47.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bradley School-south
What grades does Bradley School-south serve?
Bradley School-south serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Bradley School-south?
Bradley School-south has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bradley School-south?
The student-teacher ratio at Bradley School-south is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bradley School-south rank in RI?
Bradley School-south ranks #25 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is Bradley School-south's MySchoolScout rating?
Bradley School-south has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bradley School-south a private school?
Yes, Bradley School-south is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bradley School-south a religious school?
No, Bradley School-south is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 215 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (401) 606-4100
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