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03820 New Hampshire Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,642 students in 03820, NH (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,785 public students). 30% of all K-12 students in 03820, NH are educated in private schools (compared to the NH state average of 16%).
The top ranked private schools in 03820, NH include St. Mary Academy, Portsmouth Christian Academy, and My School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the New Hampshire private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
50% of private schools in 03820, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 03820 New Hampshire Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of My School
My School
Gr: PK-2 | 80 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 2
Specialized Curriculum
118 Locust Street
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
(18)
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Portsmouth Christian Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 673 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 16
Christian
20 Seaborne Dr
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
(12)
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St. Mary Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
Catholic
222 Central Ave
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
(2)
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St. Thomas Aquinas High School
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students
Sports: 16
Catholic
197 Dover Point Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3206
(1)
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Children In Motion
Gr: K | 4 students
Daycare / Preschool
274 County Farm Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 743-3312
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Cross Road Kindergarten & School
Gr: K-3 | 30 students
Christian
18 French Cross Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 749-4278
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Happy Helpers Preschool Education C
Gr: PK-K | 137 students
Daycare / Preschool
6 Heather Lane
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3910
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Wdh Early Learning Center
Gr: NS | 38 students
Daycare / Preschool
789 Central Avenue
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 740-2612
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03820, New Hampshire Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Dover Children's Center
Dover Children's Center
Gr: PK-7 | 76 students
Specialized Curriculum
43 Back River Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-7637
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 03820, NH?
The top ranked private schools in 03820, NH include St. Mary Academy, Portsmouth Christian Academy, and My School.
How many private schools are located in 03820?
8 private schools are located in 03820.
How diverse are private schools in 03820?
03820 private schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average of 18%.
What percentage of students in 03820 go to private school?
30% of all K-12 students in 03820 are educated in private schools (compared to the NH state average of 16%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 03820?
50% of private schools in 03820 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Catholic).

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