Pinkerton Academy

Pinkerton Academy serves 3074 students in grades 9-12. The student:teacher of Pinkerton Academy is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NH School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,074 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Pinkerton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1814
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Astros

Student Body

Total Students
3,074 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Pinkerton Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
238 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Alan B. Shepard Jr. - America's first man in space in 1961 -
    • Robert Frost - famous poet who taught English here from 1906 to 1911 -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Pinkerton Academy cost?
Pinkerton Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Pinkerton Academy?
Pinkerton Academy famous alumni include: Alan B. Shepard Jr. - America's first man in space in 1961 and Robert Frost - famous poet who taught English here from 1906 to 1911.
What is Pinkerton Academy's ranking?
Pinkerton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Pinkerton Academy?
The application deadline for Pinkerton Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NH School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,074 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New Hampshire is $14,881 for elementary schools and $30,848 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New Hampshire is 70% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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