Needs Improvement
#65 of 65 private schools in RI
La Salle Academy
High School
612 ACADEMY AVE, Providence, RI 02908
Enrollment
1,460
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,460
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.6
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#65 of 65
In Providence
#20 of 20
public schools
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La Salle Academy
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About La Salle Academy
La Salle Academy is a private high school in Providence, RI. La Salle Academy serves approximately 1,460 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. La Salle Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
La Salle Academy 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 La Salle Academy compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Salle Academy (this school) | 3.6 |
| Mount Pleasant High | 4.3 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle | 5.0 |
| E-Cubed Academy | 5.9 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf | 5.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School | 6.5 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle | 4.4 |
| Paul Cuffee Middle School | 5.4 |
| West Broadway Middle School | 6.5 |
| AF Providence Mayoral Middle | 3.4 |
| Governor Christopher DelSesto | 4.9 |
| Urban Collaborative Program | 5.1 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art | 7.2 |
| RINI Middle College | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell | 6.3 |
| Charette Charter School | 7.0 |
| Classical High School | 8.5 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy | — |
| Providence Career Technical | 6.7 |
| Central High School | 5.3 |
| Village Green Virtual | 7.5 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Providence
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
612 ACADEMY AVE, Providence, RI 02908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Salle Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Providence High (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Providence), which scores notably higher. Another option is E-Cubed Academy (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mount Pleasant High (rated 4.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence | 0.7 mi | — |
| George J. West El. School Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School Providence | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Stephen Olney School North Providence | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| GEORGE N HUNT CAMPUS SCHOOL North Providence | 1.1 mi | — |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| ST THOMAS REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| North Providence High North Providence | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02908 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,341
Median Home Value
$293,800
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
39,661
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
46.5%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant High Providence, RI | 4.3 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket, RI | 4.4 |
| Woonsocket High School Woonsocket, RI | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Salle Academy
What grades does La Salle Academy serve?
La Salle Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend La Salle Academy?
La Salle Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Salle Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at La Salle Academy is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does La Salle Academy rank in RI?
La Salle Academy ranks #65 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is La Salle Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
La Salle Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Salle Academy a private school?
Yes, La Salle Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is La Salle Academy a religious school?
La Salle Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,460
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 108
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 351-7750
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