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#46 of 65 private schools in RI
French-american School of Rhode Island
Elementary School
75 JOHN ST, Providence, RI 02906
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#46 of 65
In Providence
#17 of 20
public schools
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French-american School of Rhode Island
Elementary School in Providence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About French-american School of Rhode Island
French-american School of Rhode Island is a private elementary school in Providence, RI. French-american School of Rhode Island serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. French-american School of Rhode Island has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, French-american School of Rhode Island 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, French-american School of Rhode Island sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
French-american School of Rhode Island 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 French-american School of Rhode Island compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| French-american School of Rhode Island (this school) | 5.7 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School | 7.3 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art | 7.2 |
| Martin Luther King El. School | 5.5 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter | 6.7 |
| Urban Collaborative Program | 5.1 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle | 5.9 |
| The Hope Academy | 5.4 |
| Mary E. Fogarty El. School | 5.9 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S | 2.6 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV | 7.2 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School | 8.1 |
| Times2 Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School | 6.5 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter | 4.7 |
| Roger Williams Middle | 5.2 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary | 5.2 |
| Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods | 6.7 |
| Highlander Elementary Charter | 6.1 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School | 4.4 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle | 5.0 |
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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
75 JOHN ST, Providence, RI 02906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering French-american School of Rhode Island may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CROFT SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vartan Gregorian El. School (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Hope High School Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 0.8 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School Providence | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| RINI Middle College Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| THE GRODEN CENTER Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,796
Median Home Value
$582,700
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
26,327
College Educated
79.8%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
35.8
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| Hope School Hope, RI | 5.7 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Warwick, RI | 5.7 |
| WEST BAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (ELEMENTARY) North Kingstown, RI | 5.7 |
| FATHER JOHN V. DOYLE SCHOOL Coventry, RI | 5.8 |
| ST LUKE'S SCHOOL Barrington, RI | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL East Providence, RI | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about French-american School of Rhode Island
What grades does French-american School of Rhode Island serve?
French-american School of Rhode Island serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend French-american School of Rhode Island?
French-american School of Rhode Island has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at French-american School of Rhode Island?
The student-teacher ratio at French-american School of Rhode Island is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does French-american School of Rhode Island rank in RI?
French-american School of Rhode Island ranks #46 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is French-american School of Rhode Island's MySchoolScout rating?
French-american School of Rhode Island has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is French-american School of Rhode Island a private school?
Yes, French-american School of Rhode Island 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 French-american School of Rhode Island a religious school?
No, French-american School of Rhode Island is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 274-3325
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