Dublin School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NH School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 162 students
Yearly Tuition: $79,850
Acceptance rate: 46%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)
National Association of College Admissions Counselors

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dublin School
9	34
10	36
11	44
12	48

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mild Learning Differences

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1935

School Calendar

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Campus Size

500 acres

Student Body

Total Students

162 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

38%

State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

Average Class Size

10 students

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Advanced ArtAdvanced Chemistry

Advanced Seminar in British LiteratureAdvanced Seminar in Economic Theory

Advanced Seminar: International RelationsAdvanced Topics in Statistics

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP Calculus BCAP Computer Science

AP Environmental ScienceAP European History

AP Language & CompositionAP Literature & Composition

AP PhysicsAP Spanish Language & Culture

AP Spanish LiteratureAP U.S. History

AT Psychology

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Average SAT score

1228

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$79,850

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Tuition Notes

All inclusive of required fees, trips and services.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$35,000

Acceptance Rate

46%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Jackie Kenney

Admissions Associate

Doug Sutherland

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$22 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBasketball

CrewCross Country

DanceEquestrian

Freestyle SkiingLacrosse

Mountain BikingNordic Skiing

SailingSnowboarding

SoccerTennis

Ultimate Frisbee

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

40 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Academic CommitteeAdmissions & Advancement Internships

Amnesty InternationalAstronomy Club

Athletic CommitteeCampus Architecture Committee

Creative Writing ClubDublin Sports Entertainment Network (DESN)

DubWell: Wellness CommitteeDungeons and Dragons Club

Film ClubFishing Club

Gender and Sexuality Allianceinternships

Intersectional Feminist GroupInvestment Club

Jewish Student UnionModel United Nations

Outing ClubProctors

Robotics TeamStudent Council

Student Literary MagazineStudents of Color Association

Yearbook Committee

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Arts and Music Programs:

A CappellaArt Portfolio

Band ensemblesCrafting Club

Dublin Improv GroupDubliners Chorus

Instrumental EnsembleLighting and Tech Crew

Poetry Out LoudRock Band

TheatreWoodworking

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Pond HockeyRock Climbing

Weightlifting

School Notes

Dublin School is a boarding and day school on 500 acres in Southwestern New Hampshire.
Our students, faculty and staff are curious, kind and adventurous. With a diverse set of program offerings -- Advanced Topics in all subject areas, 17 Athletic Teams, AstroPhotography, Recording Studio, Ski Trails and Slopes, and so much more -- We strive to be the best small boarding school in America. At Dublin School we strive to awaken a curiosity for knowledge and a passion for learning.

School Motto: Truth and Courage
School Mascot: Wildcats

Located in rural southwestern New Hampshire, Dublin School is a deliberately small, independent college preparatory school for grades 9-12. Diversity is infused in all community experiences at Dublin School because of our size and student population. Dublin School students actively participate in all aspects of school life, as we believe thatlearning takes place both inside and outside of the classroom. Students and faculty work together to create a school culture that enables individuals to be their authentic self, encourages students to seek out new experiences, supports healthy risk-taking, promotes equity and inclusion, and creates time for play. Every academic day begins with Morning Meeting, which brings the entire community together for formal and spontaneous presentations and announcements, guestspeakers, and Senior Presentations.Students have daily work jobs and weekend Work Gang, small group projects such as trail maintenance, wood splitting, or maple sugaring, to help maintain our physical campus and foster an ethic of meaningful work within our school. Students must engage in afternoon athletics or activities each trimester and join at least one competitive team each year.
We instill the values of discipline and meaningful work that are necessary for the good of self and community. We respect the individual learning style and unique potential each student brings to our school. With our guidance, Dublin students become men and women who seek truth and act with courage. As members of a residential community where students and adults live and work together, we strive daily to find the balance between individual freedom and community standards and expectations. Each of us at Dublin School is expected to be concerned with the well-being of others and with the quality of life here on campus. We learn to treat each person as an individual of particular worth, and while achieving independence, we learn the value of independence in a community. Our motto is, "Truth and Courage". We expect of ourselves the courage to be truthful, to deal with one another with honesty and mutual respect, and to embrace diversity of all kinds with compassion and understanding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dublin School cost?

Dublin School's tuition is approximately $79,850 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Dublin School?

The acceptance rate of Dublin School is 46%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Dublin School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Hampshire with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Dublin School offer?

Dublin School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Equestrian, Freestyle Skiing, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Sailing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis and Ultimate Frisbee.

What is Dublin School's ranking?

Dublin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Dublin School?

The application deadline for Dublin School is Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/2/2022

Dublin School provided the most nurturing, challenging, and accepting environment for me during critical years of development. During my four years at Dublin, I was pushed academically, athletically, artistically, and socially, while being acknowledged and respected for who I was. The entire community is incredibly welcoming. My strengths were built upon, and my weaknesses were met and addressed in a way that prepared me for the upcoming chapters of my life. In my opinion, the strongest attribute of the school is its size. I knew everyone on campus and the intimate classes allowed for impactful conversations, yet it was large enough to establish friendships with people to that I could relate on deeper levels. My Dublin friends are still my best friends, and I graduated over 14 years ago. Dublin is such a special place, and I am so grateful for the time I was able to spend there!

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Kari

5 2/23/2019

I could not be more pleased with Dublin School for my daughter. When searching for a school, my wife and I wanted a high quality academic program and strong community. We are getting both at Dublin. My daughter is a strong student who is both challenged and motivated by the academic program. She also feels at home in a deliberately strong and diverse community. Dublin works extremely hard to create an atmosphere where students are individually recognized and supported, but also strongly encouraged to try new activities, think differently, and discover themselves. It is a perfect fit for my daughter and our family. It will be our top choice for our younger daughter.

- Posted by Parent - Matthew

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Cheshire County, NH is $17,245 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).