Kindercare Learning Center Photo - Toddler Classroom

Best Merrimack Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 592 students in Merrimack, NH.
The top-ranked private preschool in Merrimack, NH is South Merrimack Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is higher than the New Hampshire private preschool average acceptance rate of 76%.
14% of private preschools in Merrimack, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Top-Ranked Merrimack Private Preschools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
South Merrimack Christian Academy
(Christian)
517 Boston Post Road
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 880-6832
Gr: PK-12 | 274 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frederic E. Shaw Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
6 Henry Clay Drive
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 881-7778
Gr: PK-K | 78 students
Kindercare Learning Center
Kindercare Learning Center Photo - Toddler Classroom
Daycare / Preschool
4 Continental Blvd
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 423-9779
Gr: PK-K | 67 students
Lisa's Tippy Toes Day Care & Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
33 Baboosic Lake Rd
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 423-0267
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Merrimack KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
4 Continental Blvd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 423-9779
Gr: NS-PK | 43 students
Merrimack KinderCare DW HWY
Merrimack KinderCare DW HWY Photo - Daniel Webster Hwy. KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
325 Daniel Webster Highway
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-0767
Gr: NS-PK | 45 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tollhouse Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
322 Daniel Webster Highway
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 429-0337
Gr: NS-PK | 49 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Merrimack, New Hampshire

Merrimack, New Hampshire Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
10 Depot St
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-3535
Gr: PK-K | 36 students

Overview

This Town (Merrimack)
This State (NH)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
592 Students
18,741 Students
% Average Students of Color
9%
17%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
33 Teachers
1,401 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
51%
Average Class Size
14 students
14 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,810
$11,683
Average Acceptance Rate
83%
76%
Average Endowment Size
$50 million
$29.65 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.55
0.55
# American Indian Students
n/a
40 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
12 Students
383 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
4 Students
332 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
2%
# Black Students
13 Students
269 Students
% Black Students
2%
2%
# White Students
298 Students
7,307 Students
% White Students
50%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
6 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
265 Students
9,749 Students
% of Others Students
45%
54%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Sports
4 sports
5 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private preschools in Merrimack, NH?
The top-ranked private preschools in Merrimack, NH is South Merrimack Christian Academy.
How many private preschools are located in Merrimack?
7 private preschools are located in Merrimack.
How diverse are private preschools in Merrimack?
Merrimack private preschools are approximately 9% minority students, which is lower than the New Hampshire private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Merrimack?
14% of private preschools in Merrimack are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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