The Groden Center Day and Residential Programs enhance the lives of children and youth with autism, behavioral disorders, and developmental disabilities, and their families.
We foster greater independence and inclusion through provision of intensive learning and living environments where our students can achieve a balance across all life skills.
The Center is dedicated to understanding the developmental needs of its children and youth, investigating the most effective educational and treatment strategies, and contributing this information to the related fields.
The Groden Center Day and Residential Programs provide a broad range of individualized services in the most normal and least restrictive settings possible.
Instruction is provided in functional skill development, communication, emotional and social development, physical and recreational skills, domestic responsibilities, community awareness, adaptive living skill and vocational education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Groden Center?
The application deadline for The Groden Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Groden Center located?
The Groden Center is located in the Mount Hope neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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