The Grace School vs. Sophia Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
The Grace School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
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Advanced Degrees
Sophia Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
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Overview
Welcome to The Grace School, a truly one-of-a-kind K-8 independent school that helps each child reach their full potential.
Located in Providence, Rhode Island, The Grace School provides robust academics, small-class sizes, and an inspiring variety of extracurricular programs in a fun, breathtaking, state-of-the art facility.
Mission: Changing the lives of girls from low income homes through an empowering middle school education
Sophia introduces girls to educational experiences that expand their world view; encourage them to be active and informed citizens; and empower them to see the world through a social justice lens.
By utilizing best practices in gender responsive education, Sophia Academy fosters the academic, cultural and social growth of our students.
Grades Offered
K-8
5-8
Blue Ribbon School
n/a
No
Learning Difference Programs
No
n/a
Year Founded
2006
2001
Students Body
Total Students
162 students
62 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
All-girls
% Students of Color
46%
92%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
18
-
Grade 1 Students
18
-
Grade 2 Students
18
-
Grade 3 Students
18
-
Grade 4 Students
18
-
Grade 5 Students
18
14
Grade 6 Students
18
17
Grade 7 Students
18
14
Grade 8 Students
18
17
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
4 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
90%
75%
Average Class Size
18
15
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(School Polo Shirt/Oxford Button Down & Navy Blue Bottoms)
(School Polo Shirt/Oxford Button Down & Navy Blue Bottoms)
n/a
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 6 / rolling
Feb. 15 / Mar. 1 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$11,600
$16,000
Tuition Notes
Tuition is all-inclusive
IMPORTANT: All families must have income that is no more than 250% above the federal poverty line. Families pay a percentage of the tuition, ranging from $40 to $125 per month.
% on Financial Aid
54%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
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$14,600
Acceptance Rate
60%
100%
Admissions Director
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Angelia Duran
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7
1
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
8
n/a
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Digital Media ProductionGirl Scouts
Mini Entrepreneurs of Rhode IslandRobotics Team
Save the BayStudent Council
Arts and Music Programs:
ChorusTheatre Arts