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Merrimack Private Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private preschools serving 592 students in Merrimack, NH.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is lower than the New Hampshire private preschool average acceptance rate of 87%.
14% of private preschools in Merrimack, NH are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

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Top Ranked Merrimack Private Preschools (2026-27)

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

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Merrimack Pta Kindergarten & Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 36 students
Daycare / Preschool
10 Depot St
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-3535
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Merrimack, NH Private School Trends

7
Private Schools
592
Students
$8,690
Avg. Tuition
18
Avg. Class Size
9%
Students of Color
18:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
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Enrollment & Diversity
Category
This Town (Merrimack)
This State (NH)
# Schools
7 Schools
210 Schools
# Students
592 Students
18,742 Students
% Students of Color
9%
18%
0.55
0.55
Show more data/charts: racial breakdown
# American Indian Students
0 Students
40 Students
% American Indian Students
0%
<1%
# Asian Students
12 Students
382 Students
% Asian Students
2%
2%
# Hispanic Students
4 Students
331 Students
% Hispanic Students
1%
2%
# Black Students
13 Students
266 Students
% Black Students
2%
2%
# White Students
298 Students
7,293 Students
% White Students
50%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
0 Students
6 Students
% Hawaiian Students
0%
<1%
# Others Students
265 Students
9,762 Students
% of Others Students
45%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Academics
# Teachers
33 Teachers
1,401 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
10%
51%
Average Class Size
18 students
14 students
Tuition & Aid
Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$8,690
$9,533
Admissions & Athletics
Average Acceptance Rate
80%
87%
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 include South Merrimack Christian Academy and Frederic E. Shaw Child Care Center.
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 18%.
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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