For the 2024 school year, there are 288 private schools serving 27,894 students in New Hampshire (there are 495 public schools, serving 169,429 students). 14% of all K-12 students in New Hampshire are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $13,672 for elementary schools and $31,228 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in New Hampshire include St. Paul's School, Kimball Union Academy and Holderness School.
The average acceptance rate is 73% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 19% and the student:teacher ratio is 9:1.
Top Ranked New Hampshire Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Downtown (2 schools), Kalivas Union (2 schools), Notre Dame (2 schools), Rimmon Heights (2 schools), Pinardville (1 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in New Hampshire?
The best top ranked private schools in New Hampshire include St. Paul's School, Kimball Union Academy and Holderness School.
How many private schools are located in New Hampshire?
288 private schools are located in New Hampshire.
How much do private schools cost in New Hampshire?
The average private school tuition in New Hampshire is $13,672 for elementary schools and $31,228 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire private schools are approximately 19% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in New Hampshire go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in New Hampshire are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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