Providence Public School District
Organization overview

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