Hampshire Country School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NH School
Grades: 3-10
Enrollment: 20 students
Yearly Tuition: $86,500
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 4 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Hampshire Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 3-10

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Hampshire Country School
3	2
4	2
5	2
6	4
7	3
8	4
9	2
10	1

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Difficulties related to superior ability, NVLD, ADHD, Asperger

Year Founded

1948

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

20 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

26%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

30%

Average Class Size

4 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Collared shirts for classes. Jackets and ties for formal occasions.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$86,500

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Tuition Notes

All-inclusive tuition includes room, board, most activities, laundry, and most school supplies.The school does not offer financial aid.

Summer Program Cost

$7,700

Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Associate

Judd Olshan

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$1 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

board gamescare of farm animals

strategy games

Arts and Music Programs:

music lessons (piano, brass, singing)

Recreational Athletic Programs:

canoeinghiking

Recreational sports and outdoor gamesskiing

School Notes

Hampshire Country School is a place of possibilities for high-ability, neurodiverse students enrolling in later elementary or middle school who have not found success in traditional educational environments. Hampshire Country School offers understanding, light-heartedness, and structure to educate students in a family-style, supportive, and calming learning community.
Inspiring excitement for learning, living, and playing, the school promotes growth in academics as well as social, behavioral, and emotional intelligence. The campus, 1700 acres of New Hampshire farmland and woods, provides for the intentional integration of structured academic classes and experiential activities to nurture the bright, active and curious side of each boy. Hampshire Country School has experience and success with boys who have been diagnosed with ASD, NLD, ADHD, and similar diagnoses.

Can be a good choice for certain high ability boys who might also have ADHD, autism spectrum issues, nonverbal learning disabilities, or executive function difficulties,
Best entering ages: 8- to 11-years-old
Typical class size: 3 to 6 students Typical dorm-group size: 5 to 8 students
All students are boarding students. Most faculty live on campus.
Students come from all regions of the U.S.A., plus American students living abroad.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Joel Havian, Alumnus -
- Tyler Kosten, Alumnus -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Hampshire Country School cost?

Hampshire Country School's tuition is approximately $86,500 for private students and $7,700 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Hampshire Country School?

The acceptance rate of Hampshire Country School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Hampshire Country School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Hampshire with low acceptance rates.

Who are famous alumni from Hampshire Country School?

Hampshire Country School famous alumni include: Joel Havian, Alumnus and Tyler Kosten, Alumnus.

Does Hampshire Country School offer a summer program?

Yes, Hampshire Country School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Hampshire Country School's ranking?

Hampshire Country School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Hampshire Country School?

The application deadline for Hampshire Country School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cheshire County, NH is $17,038 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Cheshire County, NH is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).