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Providence Public School District

Organization overview

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Providence Public School District operates public schools serving students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in Providence, Rhode Island. Its programs include elementary, middle and high school education, career and technical instruction, multilingual learning and special education. District departments also manage student registration, transportation, school meals, facilities and central records. Administrative offices are at 797 Westminster St. in Providence, with a separate registration center on Ocean Street. The district returned to local governance in July 2026 after state intervention that began in November 2019. Its schools and central departments serve families across Rhode Island’s capital.

Key facts

Domain

providenceschools.org

Organization type

Critical infrastructure sector

Aliases

  • PPSD
  • Providence Public Schools
  • Providence School Department

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