Elmwood Community School (2026 Profile)

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Elmwood Community School

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Elmwood Community School in Providence, RI, serves 11 co鈥揺d students in grades 9 through 11 within a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased special education program.

The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 2:1 supported by 5 teachers, allowing for individualized attention in its academic setting.

Elmwood Community School enrolls a 100% students of color population, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for diversity.

As a small private school in the Elmwood neighborhood, it provides specialized education programs tailored to high school students with unique learning needs.

Located near other Providence private schools, Elmwood offers a distinct option for families seeking special education services in a city environment.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-11
Enrollment: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Elmwood Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Grades Offered

Grades 9-11

Student Body

Total Students

11 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: Verified school update

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The application deadline for Elmwood Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Elmwood Community School is located in the Elmwood neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other private schools located in Elmwood.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 9-11
Enrollment: 11 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Providence, RI is $22,811 for elementary schools and $29,216 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Providence, RI is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).