St. Teresa School was established in September 1950 with an initial enrollment of 240 students and a faculty comprised of five Sisters of Mercy. The school was founded under the guidance of Monsignor Matthew F. Clarke, who emphasized the importance of a parochial school to strengthen the parish’s role as a spiritual force within the community. From its beginnings as a four-room section in the old Lincoln Avenue School, St. Teresa quickly grew, moving to its current location in 1953 and expanding with the addition of a second floor in 1960. The school’s first graduating class was celebrated in June 1956.

     For nearly half a century, the Sisters of Mercy provided faithful stewardship, deeply shaping both the educational and spiritual life of the school. Known for their commitment to excellence, the curriculum at St. Teresa has always reflected the Mercy tradition—designed to prepare students to be responsible, intelligent, and faithful Catholic Christians in the world. In 1998, St. Teresa School welcomed its first lay principal, yet the school continues to honor and uphold the legacy and values established by the Sisters of Mercy.

     Today, under the leadership of Fr. Joshua Barrow, Pastor of St. Teresa Church, and Ms. Susan Mansfield, Principal of St. Teresa School, the school remains a vital part of the parish and the broader community. Supported by a dedicated school board, the school continually adapts to meet the needs of its students and families.

     St. Teresa School serves Pre-K through Grade Eight students from Pawtucket, East Providence, Seekonk, and communities as far as Providence, North Providence, Warwick, and Foster. While many of our students are parishioners of St. Teresa Church or nearby parishes, we warmly welcome families from all backgrounds in the name of Jesus Christ.