Very Good
#15 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 22% of private schools
The Groden Center
School
86 MOUNT HOPE AVE, Providence, RI 29061
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#15 of 65
In Providence
#7 of 20
public schools
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The Groden Center
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About The Groden Center
The Groden Center is a private school in Providence, RI. The Groden Center serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Groden Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- RI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, The Groden Center 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 8.1:1 students to teachers, The Groden Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Groden Center 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 The Groden Center compares to 59 public schools serving similar grades in Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Groden Center (this school) | 7.4 |
| Martin Luther King El. School | 5.5 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle | 5.9 |
| Hope High School | 4.9 |
| Times2 Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School | 6.5 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle | 4.4 |
| Village Green Virtual | 7.5 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy | — |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary | 5.2 |
| Pleasant View School | 7.5 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art | 7.2 |
| RINI Middle College | 6.5 |
| Sheila Skip Nowell | 6.3 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School | 7.3 |
| Charette Charter School | 7.0 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf | 5.6 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School | 8.1 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle | 5.0 |
| Urban Collaborative Program | 5.1 |
| Veazie Street School | 4.3 |
Showing 20 of 59 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
86 MOUNT HOPE AVE, Providence, RI 29061
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Groden Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. WHEELER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PROVIDENCE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Hope High School Providence | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PROVIDENCE HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Providence | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WHEELER SCHOOL Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| OCEAN TIDES SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Providence | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL ONE Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE CROFT SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LINCOLN SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| FRENCH-AMERICAN SCHOOL OF RHODE ISLAND Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Village Green Virtual Providence | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| YouthBuild Preparatory Academy Providence | 1.4 mi | — |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School Providence | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art Providence | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29061 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,741
Median Home Value
$162,300
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
12,875
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PATHWAYS STRATEGIC TEACHING CENTER Coventry, RI | 7.3 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL-SOUTH Wakefield, RI | 6.7 |
| Chariho Alternative Learning A Wood River Junction, RI | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Groden Center
What grades does The Groden Center serve?
The Groden Center serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend The Groden Center?
The Groden Center has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Groden Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Groden Center is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Groden Center rank in RI?
The Groden Center ranks #15 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is The Groden Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Groden Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Groden Center a private school?
Yes, The Groden Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Groden Center a religious school?
No, The Groden Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 81% M / 19% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 217 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 274-6310
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