Best Portsmouth Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 310 students in Portsmouth, NH (there are 7 public schools, serving 2,543 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in Portsmouth, NH are educated in private schools (compared to the NH state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in Portsmouth, NH is Saint Patrick Academy.
25% of private schools in Portsmouth, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top Ranked Portsmouth Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Saint Patrick Academy
Saint Patrick Academy Photo
(Catholic)
315 Banfield Road
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 436-0739
Grades: NS-8
| 225 students
The Birchtree Center
Special Education School
2064 Woodbury Ave
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 433-4192
Grades: 2-12
| 39 students
Discovery Child Enrichment Center
Daycare / Preschool
30 Rye Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 334-6336
Grades: PK-K
| 46 students
Portsmouth KinderCare
Portsmouth KinderCare Photo - Portsmouth KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
72 Mirona Rd.
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 431-8010
Grades: NS-PK
| students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Portsmouth, NH?
The top ranked private schools in Portsmouth, NH is Saint Patrick Academy.
How many private schools are located in Portsmouth, NH?
4 private schools are located in Portsmouth, NH.
What percentage of students in Portsmouth, NH go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Portsmouth, NH are educated in private schools (compared to the NH state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Portsmouth, NH?
25% of private schools in Portsmouth, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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