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#22 of 65 private schools in RI
Top 32% of private schools
St Michaels Country Day School
Elementary School
180 RHODE ISLAND AVE, Newport, RI 02840
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
161
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Rhode Island private schools
#22 of 65
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St Michaels Country Day School
Elementary School in Newport · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Frank E. Thompson Middle
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About St Michaels Country Day School
St Michaels Country Day School is a private elementary school in Newport, RI. St Michaels Country Day School serves approximately 161 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michaels Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 65 private schools in RI.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 161 students, St Michaels Country Day School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, St Michaels Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michaels Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Michaels Country Day School compares to the 3 public schools in Newport, RI
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newport
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michaels Country Day School (this school) | 6.9 |
| Frank E. Thompson Middle | 4.9 |
| Rogers High School | 6.5 |
| Claiborne Pell Elementary | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in RI.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in RI
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
180 RHODE ISLAND AVE, Newport, RI 02840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michaels Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jamestown School-Melrose (rated 9.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Jamestown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Melville School (rated 7.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wilbur and McMahon Schools (rated 7.5/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Little Compton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newport, see our Newport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frank E. Thompson Middle Newport | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Claiborne Pell Elementary Newport | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Aquidneck School Middletown | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rogers High School Newport | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Middletown High School Middletown | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Gaudet Middle School Middletown | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Gaudet Learning Academy Middletown | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Middletown | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Forest Avenue School Middletown | 2.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SEA ROSE MONTESSORI CO-OP Portsmouth | 4.7 mi | — |
| Jamestown School-Lawn Jamestown | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Jamestown School-Melrose Jamestown | 4.2 mi | 9.6 |
| THE PENNFIELD SCHOOL Portsmouth | 5.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Melville School Portsmouth | 6.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Portsmouth | 7.9 mi | 7.4 |
| PORTSMOUTH ABBEY SCHOOL Portsmouth | 8.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Wilbur and McMahon Schools Little Compton | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LITTLE PEEPS MONTESSORI NATURSKOLA Little Compton | 6.9 mi | — |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 9.2 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,515
Median Home Value
$669,500
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
23,615
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Park School Warwick, RI | 6.9 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Middletown, RI | 7.0 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence, RI | 6.7 |
| ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket, RI | 7.3 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Providence, RI | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michaels Country Day School
What grades does St Michaels Country Day School serve?
St Michaels Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Michaels Country Day School?
St Michaels Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 161 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Country Day School is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michaels Country Day School rank in RI?
St Michaels Country Day School ranks #22 of 65 private schools in RI.
What is St Michaels Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michaels Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michaels Country Day School a private school?
Yes, St Michaels Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Michaels Country Day School a religious school?
No, St Michaels Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 161
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Newport County
- Phone
- (401) 849-5970
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