The Midway Shelter Program, located in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a shelter for court-ordered youth.
The program offers individual and group counseling, education, and residential services in a staff-secure setting.
An educational program is offered on-site. Youth are assisted in the development and internalization of adaptive coping mechanisms that lead to a successful placement in less restrictive, community-based settings including reunification with families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 7-11
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Nfi - Midway Shelter ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-11
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring and empowering people to reach their full potential and live successfully in their community.
- The Midway Shelter Program, located in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a shelter for court-ordered youth. The program offers individual and group counseling, education, and residential services in a staff-secure setting. An educational program is offered on-site. Youth are assisted in the development and internalization of adaptive coping mechanisms that lead to a successful placement in less restrictive, community-based settings including reunification with families.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Yitzhak Bakal, Founder of NFI/NFI (1974)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Nfi - Midway Shelter?
Nfi - Midway Shelter famous alumni include: Dr. Yitzhak Bakal, Founder of NFI/NFI (1974).
When is the application deadline for Nfi - Midway Shelter?
The application deadline for Nfi - Midway Shelter is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Nfi - Midway Shelter located?
Nfi - Midway Shelter is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Manchester, NH. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Nfi - Midway Shelter is Holy Family Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Cardinal Lacroix Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Location
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Quick Facts
Cardinal Lacroix Academy
(Catholic)
148 Belmont St
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 622-0414
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 622-0414
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 138 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Augustin Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
251 merrermack st
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 623-8800
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 623-8800
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 10 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Ymca Of Downtown Manchester Early Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
30 Mechanic St
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 232-8655
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 232-8655
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 30 students Avg. class size: 15 students
698 Beech Street
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 621-9011
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 621-9011
0.4 miles
Gr: NS-4 | 285 students Avg. class size: 24 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Colorful Apples Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
91 Pennacook St
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 623-0678
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 623-0678
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
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