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New Hampshire Private Schools Belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) serving 1,451 students in New Hampshire.
The average acceptance rate is 67%, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) in New Hampshire include Sant Bani School, Cardigan Mountain School, and The Derryfield School.
These schools make up 3% of the 290 private schools in New Hampshire and 5% of its 31,847 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) in New Hampshire (2026-27)

The Derryfield School Photo
The Derryfield School
Gr: 6-12 | 389 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 50
2108 River Road
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 669-4524
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Cardigan Mountain School Photo
Cardigan Mountain School
Gr: 6-9 | 240 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 18
All-boys
62 Alumni Drive
Canaan, NH 03741
(603) 523-3548
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Map of The Cornerstone School
The Cornerstone School
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students
Montessori School
146 High St
Stratham, NH 03885
(603) 772-4349
(1)
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Dublin School Photo
Dublin School
Gr: 9-12 | 162 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 40
18 Lehmann Way
Dublin, NH 03444
(603) 563-7075
(2)
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Sant Bani School Photo
Sant Bani School
Gr: PK-8 | 150 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 10
19 Ashram Road
Sanbornton, NH 03269
(603) 934-4240
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Tilton School Photo
Tilton School
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 15 | Extracurriculars: 22
30 School Street
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-1733
(1)
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Wolfeboro Camp School Photo
Wolfeboro Camp School
Gr: 5-12 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 3
Specialized Curriculum
93 Camp School Road
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-3451
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The Beech Hill School Photo
The Beech Hill School
Gr: 5-8 | 44 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 1
20 Beech Hill Rd.
Contoocook, NH 03229
(603) 715-5129
(6)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) in New Hampshire?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) in New Hampshire include Sant Bani School, Cardigan Mountain School, and The Derryfield School.
How many private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) are located in New Hampshire?
8 private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) are located in New Hampshire.
How diverse are private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire private schools belonging to Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE) are approximately 25% minority students, which is higher than the New Hampshire private school average of 19%.
8
Private Schools
1,451
Students
$46,343
Avg. Tuition
25%
Students of Color
5:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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