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#28 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 42% of private schools
St Pius V School
Elementary School
49 ELMHURST AVE, Providence, RI 02908
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#28 of 65
In Providence
#12 of 20
public schools
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St Pius V School
Elementary School in Providence · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Pius V School
St Pius V School is a private elementary school in Providence, RI. St Pius V School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Pius V School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #28 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Pius V 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 Pius V School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Pius V School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School | 6.2 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle | 5.0 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary | 5.2 |
| Veazie Street School | 4.3 |
| Times2 Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School | 6.5 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf | 5.6 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School | 8.1 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle | 4.4 |
| George J. West El. School | 6.2 |
| Pleasant View School | 7.5 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School | 6.4 |
| Urban Collaborative Program | 5.1 |
| West Broadway Middle School | 6.5 |
| Paul Cuffee Middle School | 5.4 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art | 7.2 |
| Martin Luther King El. School | 5.5 |
| Asa Messer El. School | 5.6 |
| Achievement First Envision Ele | 5.3 |
| Achievement First Providence | 3.5 |
Showing 20 of 42 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
49 ELMHURST AVE, Providence, RI 02908
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Pius V School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Times2 Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paul Cuffee Lower School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant View School (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 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 | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT ACADEMY Providence | 0.9 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant High Providence | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| George J. West El. School Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| THE SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School Providence | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Pleasant View School Providence | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| North Scituate School North Scituate, RI | 6.6 |
| PRECIOUS ANGELS CHILD CARE CENTER Warwick, RI | 6.4 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cranston, RI | 6.4 |
| Stone Hill School Cranston, RI | 6.6 |
| Warwick Neck School Warwick, RI | 6.4 |
| Agnes B. Hennessey School East Providence, RI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Pius V School
What grades does St Pius V School serve?
St Pius V School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Pius V School?
St Pius V School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Pius V School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Pius V School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Pius V School rank in RI?
St Pius V School ranks #28 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is St Pius V School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Pius V School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Pius V School a private school?
Yes, St Pius V 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 Pius V School a religious school?
St Pius V School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 205
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 421-9750
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