Very Good
#16 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 23% of private schools
St Cecilia School
Elementary School
755 CENTRAL AVE, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#16 of 65
In Pawtucket
#1 of 3
public schools
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About St Cecilia School
St Cecilia School is a private elementary school in Pawtucket, RI. St Cecilia School serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Cecilia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, St Cecilia School 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 9.2:1 students to teachers, St Cecilia School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Cecilia School 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 St Cecilia School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Pawtucket, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Cecilia School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Elizabeth Baldwin School | 5.5 |
| Potter-Burns School | 5.0 |
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School | 5.2 |
| Flora S. Curtis School | 7.3 |
| Curvin-McCabe School | 4.3 |
| Henry J. Winters School | 6.2 |
| Agnes E. Little School | 5.3 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School | 4.2 |
| Fallon Memorial School | 5.9 |
| International Charter School | 3.8 |
| Francis J. Varieur School | 6.7 |
| Cunningham School | 4.5 |
| Samuel Slater Middle School | 3.4 |
| Nathanael Greene School | 5.9 |
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
755 CENTRAL AVE, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Cecilia School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Flora S. Curtis School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hill-Roberts Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Attleboro), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Henry J. Winters School (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Potter-Burns School Pawtucket | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket | 0.9 mi | — |
| DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Attleboro | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| The Learning Community Central Falls | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| International Charter School Pawtucket | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02861 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,044
Median Home Value
$285,200
Median Rent
$1,278/mo
Population
27,928
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Silver Spring School East Providence, RI | 7.2 |
| THE PENNFIELD SCHOOL Portsmouth, RI | 7.4 |
| Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton, RI | 7.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Middletown, RI | 7.0 |
| Park School Warwick, RI | 6.9 |
| ST MICHAELS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newport, RI | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Cecilia School
What grades does St Cecilia School serve?
St Cecilia School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Cecilia School?
St Cecilia School has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Cecilia School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Cecilia School rank in RI?
St Cecilia School ranks #16 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is St Cecilia School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Cecilia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Cecilia School a private school?
Yes, St Cecilia School 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 St Cecilia School a religious school?
St Cecilia School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 723-9463
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