The Bradley School in Portsmouth, RI is a nonsectarian co–ed special education school serving grades 1 through 12 within a suburban community.
The school enrolls 78 students supported by 11 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 7:1.
Approximately 8% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the suburban locale.
Located near other Portsmouth private schools, The Bradley School offers specialized programs in a community with several K–12 and middle/high school private options.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Beatriz Medeiros, Former Bradley School Student who overcame significant challenges and is now working and supporting herself.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from The Bradley School?
The Bradley School famous alumni include: Beatriz Medeiros, Former Bradley School Student who overcame significant challenges and is now working and supporting herself..
When is the application deadline for The Bradley School?
The application deadline for The Bradley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ÌÇÐÄÔ´´s
The nearest high school to The Bradley School is Portsmouth Abbey School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St Philomena School of the Sacred Heart (1.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beginnings-the Children's School (1.5 miles away)
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Portsmouth, RI 02871
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(401) 683-0268
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(401) 253-8455
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(401) 253-8455
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Gr: PK-8 | 101 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 11
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