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#34 of 65 private schools in RI

St Raphael Academy

High School

123 WALCOTT ST, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Private

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Rhode Island private schools

#34 of 65

In Pawtucket

#2 of 3

public schools

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St Raphael Academy

6.3/10

High School in Pawtucket · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Agnes E. Little School

5.3/10

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4.2/10

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About St Raphael Academy

St Raphael Academy is a private high school in Pawtucket, RI. St Raphael Academy serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Raphael Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 65 private schools in RI.

How it compares0.6 pts below RI schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • RI avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

St Raphael 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

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How St Raphael Academy compares to the 18 public schools in Pawtucket, RI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
444
This School
vs
469
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%
Hispanic 21.4% vs 0%
Black 12.4% vs 0%
Asian 1.4% vs 0%
St Raphael Academy Pawtucket Public Avg

All Schools in Pawtucket

School Rating
St Raphael Academy (this school) 6.3
Agnes E. Little School 5.3
Jacqueline M. Walsh School 7.2
Joseph Jenks Middle School 4.2
William E. Tolman High 4.4
Henry J. Winters School 6.2
Blackstone Academy Charter 6.0
International Charter School 3.8
Francis J. Varieur School 6.7
Curvin-McCabe School 4.3
Charles E. Shea High School 4.9
Fallon Memorial School 5.9
Lyman B. Goff Middle School 5.2
Potter-Burns School 5.0
Samuel Slater Middle School 3.4
Cunningham School 4.5
Elizabeth Baldwin School 5.5
Flora S. Curtis School 7.3
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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Enrollment 444
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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)

White 50.0%
Hispanic 21.4%
Two or More 14.9%
Black 12.4%
Asian 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

123 WALCOTT ST, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Raphael Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Jacqueline M. Walsh School (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blackstone Academy Charter (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Charles E. Shea High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket 0.2 mi 5.3
Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket 0.3 mi 4.2
Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket 0.3 mi 7.2
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket 0.3 mi 4.4
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 0.7 mi 6.2
International Charter School Pawtucket 0.7 mi 3.8
Blackstone Academy Charter Pawtucket 0.7 mi 6.0
Francis J. Varieur School Pawtucket 0.8 mi 6.7
Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket 1.0 mi 4.3
Charles E. Shea High School Pawtucket 1.0 mi 4.9
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 1.0 mi 4.9
Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket 1.0 mi 5.9
The Learning Community Central Falls 1.2 mi 6.1
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 1.2 mi 5.3
Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls 1.2 mi 4.7
DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket 1.1 mi
Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket 1.1 mi 5.2
ST TERESA SCHOOL Pawtucket 1.2 mi 5.4
Potter-Burns School Pawtucket 1.2 mi 5.0
Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls 1.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02860 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,954

Median Home Value

$287,400

Median Rent

$1,112/mo

Population

47,372

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

39.9%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

36.4

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Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence, RI 6.3
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Rogers High School Newport, RI 6.5
Times2 Middle/High School Providence, RI 6.5
360 High School Providence, RI 6.0
Blackstone Academy Charter Pawtucket, RI 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Raphael Academy

What grades does St Raphael Academy serve?

St Raphael Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Raphael Academy?

St Raphael Academy has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Raphael Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Raphael Academy is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Raphael Academy rank in RI?

St Raphael Academy ranks #34 of 65 private schools in RI.

What is St Raphael Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Raphael Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Raphael Academy a private school?

Yes, St Raphael 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 St Raphael Academy a religious school?

St Raphael Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
444
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County

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