Second Start in Concord, NH, is a co–ed special education school serving undergraduate students in a town community setting.
The school enrolls 20 students with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 4 full–time teachers.
Second Start has a nonsectarian orientation and religious affiliation, reflecting its inclusive educational approach.
Approximately 10 percent of the student body represents students of color, contributing to the school's demographic composition.
Located in Concord's town area, Second Start offers specialized programming tailored for its small student population.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 18%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Second Start?
The application deadline for Second Start is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Second Start is Bishop Brady High School (2.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Shaker Road School (2.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
25 Columbus Ave
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-7419
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-7419
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
131 Shaker Rd
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Tuition listed
East Side Learning Center ![East Side Learning Center Photo]( "East Side Learning Center Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
164 E Side Dr
Concord, NH 03301
(602) 224-2717
Concord, NH 03301
(602) 224-2717
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 174 students
Capital Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
310 Sheep Davis Road
Concord, NH 03301
(207) 890-6094
Concord, NH 03301
(207) 890-6094
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 10 students
The Learning Center At Concord Hospital
Daycare / Preschool
139 Langley Parkway
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0590
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0590
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 140 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
25 Columbus Ave
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-7419
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-7419
2.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Parker Academy ![Parker Academy Photo - Parker Academy - You deserve an education as unique and as brilliant as you are!]( "Parker Academy Photo - Parker Academy - You deserve an education as unique and as brilliant as you are!")
Special Education School
2 Fisk Rd
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 410-6240
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 410-6240
3.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Avg. class size: 4 students
St. Paul's School ![St. Paul's School Photo - Students walking to class after Chapel.]( "St. Paul's School Photo - Students walking to class after Chapel.")
(Episcopal)
325 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 229-4700
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 229-4700
3.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 540 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 31 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
80 Clinton Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
37 Regional Dr.
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 228-8888
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 228-8888
4.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 349 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
131 Shaker Rd
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Tuition listed
Capital Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
310 Sheep Davis Road
Concord, NH 03301
(207) 890-6094
Concord, NH 03301
(207) 890-6094
2.8 miles
Gr: K-8 | 10 students
Parker Academy ![Parker Academy Photo - Parker Academy - You deserve an education as unique and as brilliant as you are!]( "Parker Academy Photo - Parker Academy - You deserve an education as unique and as brilliant as you are!")
Special Education School
2 Fisk Rd
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 410-6240
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 410-6240
3.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Avg. class size: 4 students
St. John Regional School
(Catholic)
61 S State St
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-3222
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-3222
3.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
80 Clinton Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
131 Shaker Rd
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0161
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Tuition listed
East Side Learning Center ![East Side Learning Center Photo]( "East Side Learning Center Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
164 E Side Dr
Concord, NH 03301
(602) 224-2717
Concord, NH 03301
(602) 224-2717
2.7 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 174 students
The Learning Center At Concord Hospital
Daycare / Preschool
139 Langley Parkway
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0590
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-0590
2.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 140 students
Woodside School
Alternative School
114 S Fruit St
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-8418
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 224-8418
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 79 students
80 Clinton Street
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
Concord, NH 03301
(603) 225-5410
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Pierce Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19 Main St.
Bennington, NH 03442
(603) 588-2131
Bennington, NH 03442
(603) 588-2131
9547.5 miles
Gr: K-4 | 55 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Antrim Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10 School St.
Antrim, NH 03440
(603) 588-6371
Antrim, NH 03440
(603) 588-6371
9547.8 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 133 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Great Brook School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 School St.
Antrim, NH 03440
(603) 588-6630
Antrim, NH 03440
(603) 588-6630
9547.8 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 224 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Francestown Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 2nd Nh Turnpike S.
Francestown, NH 03043
(603) 547-2976
Francestown, NH 03043
(603) 547-2976
9547.9 miles
Gr: K-4 | 41 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
New Boston Central School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15 Central School Rd.
New Boston, NH 03070
(603) 487-2211
New Boston, NH 03070
(603) 487-2211
9548.7 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 459 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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