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#47 of 65 private schools in RI
St Teresa School
Elementary School
140 WOODHAVEN RD, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#47 of 65
In Pawtucket
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Teresa School
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About St Teresa School
St Teresa School is a private elementary school in Pawtucket, RI. St Teresa School serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. St Teresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #47 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Teresa 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 Teresa School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Pawtucket, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Teresa School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Fallon Memorial School | 5.9 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School | 4.2 |
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School | 5.2 |
| Potter-Burns School | 5.0 |
| Agnes E. Little School | 5.3 |
| Elizabeth Baldwin School | 5.5 |
| Francis J. Varieur School | 6.7 |
| International Charter School | 3.8 |
| Curvin-McCabe School | 4.3 |
| Henry J. Winters School | 6.2 |
| Flora S. Curtis School | 7.3 |
| Samuel Slater Middle School | 3.4 |
| Cunningham School | 4.5 |
| 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
140 WOODHAVEN RD, Pawtucket, RI 02861
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Teresa School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Myron J. Francis Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Rumford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CECILIA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flora S. Curtis School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pawtucket, see our Pawtucket schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fallon Memorial School Pawtucket | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| DARLINGTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Pawtucket | 0.5 mi | — |
| Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Potter-Burns School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Joseph Jenks Middle School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Jacqueline M. Walsh School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Agnes E. Little School Pawtucket | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| THE WOLF SCHOOL Rumford | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARGARET SCHOOL Rumford | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Dr. Kevin M. Hurley Middle School Seekonk | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Myron J. Francis Elementary Rumford | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Francis J. Varieur School Pawtucket | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| William E. Tolman High Pawtucket | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| International Charter School Pawtucket | 1.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capt. Isaac Paine El. School Foster, RI | 5.4 |
| Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown, RI | 5.5 |
| Glen Hills School Cranston, RI | 5.5 |
| The Compass School Kingston, RI | 5.5 |
| Holliman School Warwick, RI | 5.3 |
| Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln, RI | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Teresa School
What grades does St Teresa School serve?
St Teresa School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Teresa School?
St Teresa School has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Teresa School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Teresa School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Teresa School rank in RI?
St Teresa School ranks #47 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is St Teresa School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Teresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Teresa School a private school?
Yes, St Teresa 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 Teresa School a religious school?
St Teresa School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 210
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 726-1414
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