Private Schools in Providence, Rhode Island

The Wheeler School is a highly regarded independent day school serving students from nursery through grade 12. Founded in 1889, Wheeler offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with exceptional arts and athletics programs. The school's innovative Aerie program integrates design thinking and entrepreneurship across all grade levels. With a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio and state-of-the-art facilities including a dedicated lower school campus and Hamilton School for students with language-based learning differences, Wheeler provides personalized education. The school consistently sends graduates to top-tier colleges and universities.

Moses Brown School is one of New England's oldest and most respected independent schools, offering Quaker-based education for students in pre-K through grade 12. The school emphasizes inquiry-based learning, ethical leadership, and community engagement. With a 86-acre campus in Providence's historic East Side, the school features state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts centers, and athletic facilities. The academic program includes advanced STEM courses, extensive arts offerings, and a comprehensive athletics program. Moses Brown maintains small class sizes and strong college placement records, with graduates attending prestigious universities nationwide.

Lincoln School is Rhode Island's only independent school for girls, serving students from nursery through grade 12. As an International Baccalaureate World School, Lincoln offers the IB Diploma Program alongside advanced placement courses. The school focuses on empowering young women through leadership opportunities, robust STEM programs specifically designed for female students, and comprehensive arts education. The 33-acre campus includes modern classrooms, science laboratories, athletic facilities, and dedicated spaces for innovation and collaboration. Lincoln maintains a strong college counseling program with graduates consistently accepted to selective colleges and universities.