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Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart

324 Cory's Lane Portsmouth, RI 02871

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked RI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,775
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked RI School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,775
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Academic support available
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 18, 2027
Awards
 Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2026
Campus Size
26 acres
School Motto
Courage & Confidence

Student Body

Total Students
455 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 28%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
22 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School uniform
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
22%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$750
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Mascot
Falcon

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
BandHandbell Choir
HomeworkKarate
NatureScience
Yoga and many more!


Arts and Music Programs:
ArtChorus
Musical Theater

School Notes

  • Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart is a Catholic, independent, Sacred Heart school community founded and inspired by the Sisters Faithful Companions of Jesus and sponsored and animated by the Religious of the Sacred Heart to educate the heart, mind, body, and spirit of all God's children. Our school is part of the 25 member schools in the Network of Sacred Heart Schools of the United States and Canada.
  • Each day we welcome 450 students in Preschool through Grade 8.
  • Our students come from 22 cities and towns in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
  • St. Philomena School of the Sacred Heart's mission is to foster the courage and confidence of children to discover, develop, and use their God-given gifts and talents to transform the world for good.
  • Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart is a community of faith, intellect, service, community, and wisdom.. Our values are the pillars that hold upour identity as a Catholic school inspired by the charism of our founding Religious Order, The Society Faithful Companions of Jesus. They also commit us to theGoals & Criteriathat animate us as a school of the Sacred Heart. Our vision as an educational community is guided by these values and goals that we strive, with courage and confidence, to live out and share.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart cost?
Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart's tuition is approximately $11,775 for private students.
What schools are Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart often compared to?
Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart is often viewed alongside schools like The Pennfield School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart offer?
Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash and Volleyball.
What is Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart's ranking?
Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart?
The application deadline for Saint Philomena School of the Sacred Heart is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
We love St. Phil`s. Our child is getting an excellent education. We love where the school is going and all the improvements made to security. The teachers and principal are so kind and attentive. We couldn`t be happier.
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5  
Saint Philomena School is great. We are so happy.
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5  
This is a great school, the children and staff are so kind. If you are looking for a catholic school but switching from a public school, this is obviously the place to go. Every grade has great kids, which not many schools have. The teachers are always willing to give extra help to the kids, in the morning and after school. Some schools just focus on sports, but not st. phil's. They turn their attention to the arts. They have the play each year, art shows, and two concerts a year with the band, music ministry, hand bells, and violins. Just an awesome school. Forever, St. Phil's!
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