Rocky Hill Country Day School Photo - The Harkness Method provides an energizing platform for debate, discussion, listening and collaboration. It guarantees students a front row seat for participating and learning in every class. Students get the benefit of this student-centered style of teaching beginning in the 6th grade

Best Rhode Island Private Schools Belonging to Membership Associations (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 109 private schools belonging to membership associations in Rhode Island.
The most popular school membership associations are National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) (28% of schools), National Association for the Education of Young Children (20% of schools) and Other school association(s) (19% of schools).

Top Ranked Rhode Island Private Schools by Membership Association (2025)

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