Mount Saint Charles Academy is a coeducational, Catholic, middle school@-senior high school (grades 6-12) located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island.
Founded by the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in 1924, Mount Saint Charles Academy continues a tradition of educational excellence and holistic formation within a caring and supportive faith community.
We believe that a student learns through his or her experience of the total school environment.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked RI School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount St. Charles Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1924
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
506 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Chemistry, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Music Theory, AP Psychology, AP Spanish, AP United States History, AP US Government & Politics
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
High School: $13850
Junior High: $12150
Admissions Director
Joseph O'Neill
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Campus Ministry, Chess & Games Club, Drama Club, Earth Crew, Foreign Language Club, Math Team, Mock Trial Team, Model Legislature, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Photography Club, Robotics Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flag Football, Ski Club
Campus Ministry, Chess & Games Club, Drama Club, Earth Crew, Foreign Language Club, Math Team, Mock Trial Team, Model Legislature, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, Photography Club, Robotics Club, Student Council, Yearbook Club
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Flag Football, Ski Club
School Notes
- Mount Saint Charles Academy is a coeducational, Catholic, junior-senior high school located in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Founded by the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in 1924, Mount Saint Charles Academy continues a tradition of educational excellence and holistic formation within a caring and supportive faith community. We believe that a student learns through his or her experience of the total school environment. As a result of this belief, we begin with the formation of a school community where, through diverse academic, co-curricular, faith development and service experiences, the whole child can be formed.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mount St. Charles Academy often compared to?
Mount St. Charles Academy is often viewed alongside schools like La Salle Academy, Bishop Hendricken High School, St. Peter-marian Catholic Junior Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Mount St. Charles Academy offer?
Mount St. Charles Academy offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Mount St. Charles Academy's ranking?
Mount St. Charles Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Rhode Island for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount St. Charles Academy?
The application deadline for Mount St. Charles Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 3/4/2020
My three children graduated from Mount in '76 '79 and '83 and I never regretted the sacrifices we made to send them to this special school. I gladly continue to financially support them today. No doubt being a Mountie is special. Continue the good work!
5 11/2/2018
Best Place in the planet. Come be a Mountie!
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