Established in 1963, Bishop Brady High School offers a unique student experience centered around a love of learning, a deepening of faith, and a call to serve others.
With a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and dedicated faculty, students receive a strong academic foundation. The school boasts 13 Advanced Placement offerings and dual enrollment coursework in 14 classes allowing students to earn college credit while enrolled att Brady.
Partnered with local career technical center for special electives for upperclassmen
A Post Graduate program is offered to students who have already receivd a high school diploma and are looking for an academic Gap Year.
Outside the classroom, opportunities are available to play sports, join clubs, attend retreats, and engage in service.
Graduates have attended over 165 different colleges and universities and 41% of the class of 2021 attended a top 150 college or university, as ranked by U.S. News and World Report..
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NH School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,250
- Acceptance rate: 96%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Bishop Brady High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
multiple
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
258 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
16%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP BiologyAP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry
AP English LanguageAP English Literature
AP Environmental ScienceAP French
AP Music TheoryAP Physics
AP SpanishAP Statistics
AP US History
Average SAT score
1177
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
27
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Students must adhere to the uniform and dress code policy. Mondays are formal, with a Bishop Brady blazer.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,250
Tuition Notes
In addition, all students purchase their own textbooks and dresscode attire. International Student Tuition: $18,950
PG Student Tuition: $5,000 - $9,000
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,500
Acceptance Rate
96%
National avg.: 81%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Associate
Katie Cone
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
17 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Culture Sharing ClubEnvironmental Club
French ClubGranite State Challenge
Habitat For HumanityHarvard Model U.N.
Investment ClubKnitting Club
Math TeamNational History Day Club
National Honor SocietyRobotics
Rock & Mineral ClubRotary Interact Club
SALT (Student Athletic Leadership Team)Science Olympiad
Spanish ExchangeStudent Council
TAUYearbook Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama ClubMusic Ministry
Poetry Out Loud
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ping Pong Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Fides, Caritas, Veritas
- Bishop Brady is a Roman Catholic, college preparatory, co-educational high school, founded upon the values faith, learning and service. In partnership with families and the greater community, Bishop Brady instills a desire in students to engage in service to others and challenges them to rise above the expected in the pursuit of excellence. Bishop Brady High School has a strong tradition of educating some of the finest young men and women in our society. You will be joining a legacy that includes CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Doctors, Lawyers, Military Leaders, Business and Civic Leaders and Educators. We are hopeful that the gifts and talents your child brings to Bishop Brady, combined with the opportunities Brady will provide to cultivate those gifts, will play an important role in enriching our tradition of excellence.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Brady High School cost?
Bishop Brady High School's tuition is approximately $15,250 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Brady High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Brady High School is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does Bishop Brady High School offer?
Bishop Brady High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Winter Track. Bishop Brady High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Brady High School's ranking?
Bishop Brady High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Brady High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Brady High School is Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Reviews
5 1/31/2013
Very high academic standard.
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