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Hampstead Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 221 students in Hampstead, NH, 21% of all K-12 students in Hampstead, NH are educated in private schools versus public schools (compared to the NH state average of 16%).
The average acceptance rate is 65%, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average acceptance rate of 77%.
25% of private schools in Hampstead, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Hampstead Private Schools (2026-27)

Hampstead Academy Photo
Hampstead Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 63 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Extracurriculars: 7
320 East Road
Hampstead, NH 03841
(603) 329-4406
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Map of Ages & Stages
Ages & Stages
Gr: K | 75 students
Daycare / Preschool
499 Main St
Hampstead, NH 03841
(603) 329-6122
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Map of Hazel Drive Early Childhood Center
Hazel Drive Early Childhood Center
Gr: PK-K | 43 students
Daycare / Preschool
35 Hazel Dr
Hampstead, NH 03841
(603) 329-9600
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Map of Stepping Stones School
Stepping Stones School
Gr: NS-K | 40 students
Daycare / Preschool
61 Main Street
Hampstead, NH 03841
(603) 329-8215
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Hampstead, NH Private School Trends

4
Private Schools
221
Students
$14,000
Avg. Tuition
6
Avg. Class Size
18%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Hampstead)
This State (NH)
# Schools
4 Schools
290 Schools
# Students
221 Students
31,847 Students
% Students of Color
18%
19%
0.37
0.57
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# American Indian Students
0 Students
103 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
2 Students
1,247 Students
% Asian Students
1%
4%
# Hispanic Students
3 Students
833 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
3%
# Black Students
0 Students
705 Students
% Black Students
0%
2%
# White Students
286 Students
16,749 Students
% White Students
76%
55%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
8 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
84 Students
10,776 Students
% of Others Students
22%
36%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
22 Teachers
3,214 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
54%
Average Class Size
6 students
12 students
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,000
$19,700
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
65%
77%
Average Number of Extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Hampstead, NH?
The top ranked private schools in Hampstead, NH is Hampstead Academy.
How many private schools are located in Hampstead?
4 private schools are located in Hampstead.
What percentage of students in Hampstead go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in Hampstead are educated in private schools (compared to the NH state average of 16%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Hampstead?
25% of private schools in Hampstead are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).

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