Very Good
#18 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 26% of private schools
The San Miguel School
Middle School
525 BRANCH AVE, Providence, RI 02904
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#18 of 65
In Providence
#8 of 20
public schools
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The San Miguel School
Middle School in Providence · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The San Miguel School
The San Miguel School is a private middle school in Providence, RI. The San Miguel School serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The San Miguel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #18 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- RI avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, The San Miguel 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, The San Miguel School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The San Miguel 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 The San Miguel School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Providence, RI
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The San Miguel School (this school) | 7.3 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf | 5.6 |
| Esek Hopkins Middle | 4.4 |
| Pleasant View School | 7.5 |
| Veazie Street School | 4.3 |
| Times2 Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School | 6.5 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary | 5.2 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School | 6.2 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle | 5.0 |
| Martin Luther King El. School | 5.5 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School | 8.1 |
| Nathan Bishop Middle | 5.9 |
| George J. West El. School | 6.2 |
| Trinity Academy Performing Art | 7.2 |
| Urban Collaborative Program | 5.1 |
| William D'Abate Elem. School | 6.4 |
| West Broadway Middle School | 6.5 |
| Paul Cuffee Middle School | 5.4 |
| Vartan Gregorian El. School | 7.3 |
| Providence Preparatory Charter | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 38 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
525 BRANCH AVE, Providence, RI 02904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The San Miguel School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nathanael Greene Middle (rated 5.0/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Esek Hopkins Middle (rated 4.4/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Esek Hopkins Middle Providence | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Pleasant View School Providence | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| R.I. School for the Deaf Providence | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Veazie Street School Providence | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| E-Cubed Academy Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Times2 Elementary School Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Times2 Middle/High School Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Harry Kizirian Elementary Providence | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Nathanael Greene School Pawtucket | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Nathanael Greene Middle Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Providence | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Robert F. Kennedy El. School Providence | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Paul Cuffee Lower School Providence | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Martin Luther King El. School Providence | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Joseph A. Whelan School North Providence | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| OCEAN TIDES SCHOOL Providence | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE GRODEN CENTER Providence | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Providence | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Hope High School Providence | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,637
Median Home Value
$302,200
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
32,462
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
37.9
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The San Miguel School
What grades does The San Miguel School serve?
The San Miguel School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend The San Miguel School?
The San Miguel School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The San Miguel School?
The student-teacher ratio at The San Miguel School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The San Miguel School rank in RI?
The San Miguel School ranks #18 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is The San Miguel School's MySchoolScout rating?
The San Miguel 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 The San Miguel School a private school?
Yes, The San Miguel School is a private all-boys 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 San Miguel School a religious school?
No, The San Miguel School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Phone
- (401) 467-9777
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