Shortridge Academy
Tel:
(603) 755-3096
Shortridge Academy is a therapeutic and college-preparatory educational community that is guided by the evidenced-based Positive Youth Development (PYD) perspective.
Our goal is to provide students with an environment of consistent boundaries, expectations, and healthy relationships to support their development into successful adulthood.
The Academy’s belief is that education is most effective when individuals are provided with structured and meaningful growth and appropriate learning opportunities that are seamlessly integrated.
Shortridge Academy is committed to providing a therapeutically supportive and educationally inspiring residential boarding school experience.
Our unique model encourages students to overcome emotional obstacles in order to reclaim creativity, curiosity, confidence, and the leadership skills to make positive contributions to themselves, their families, and the larger society.
By integrating intellectual growth, personal growth, and collaborative learning, we ensure that students are presented with positive alternatives to negative behavior and unhealthy decision making.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 42 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,200
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Shortridge Academy places among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
School Overview
| School Type | Alternative School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | New England Association of Schools and Colleges |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 42 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 12% State avg.: 16% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
| Average Class Size | 6 students |
| Average SAT score | 1140 |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,200 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition is $7200 monthly for an average of 15 months. |
| Admissions Director | Don Vardell |
| Admissions Associate | Katie Rainer |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 9 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Culinary, Fencing, Gaming, Music and Arts, Skiing, Snowboarding, Sports Recreational Athletic Programs: Basketball, Soccer |
School Notes
- Shortridge Academy is a therapeutic and college-preparatory educational community that is guided by the evidenced-based Positive Youth Development (PYD) perspective. Our goal is to provide students with an environment of consistent boundaries, expectations, and healthy relationships to support their development into successful adulthood. The Academy’s belief is that education is most effective when individuals are provided with structured and meaningful growth and appropriate learning opportunities that are seamlessly integrated. Shortridge Academy is committed to providing a therapeutically supportive and educationally inspiring residential boarding school experience. Our unique model encourages students to overcome emotional obstacles in order to reclaim creativity, curiosity, confidence, and the leadership skills to make positive contributions to themselves, their families, and the larger society. By integrating intellectual growth, personal growth, and collaborative learning, we ensure that students are presented with positive alternatives to negative behavior and unhealthy decision making.
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School Reviews
| 5 I hope this school no longer follows the CEDU model it did when I attended, I have life long trauma after attending this "school". - Posted by Student/Alumni - Anonymous |
| 5 Shortridge has been my second home for 16 years. The staff are dedicated and committed to helping the students. The student profile that Shortridge serves are wonderful to work with and the community feels like a big family - Katie - Posted by Administrator - Katie |
| 5 An excellent place to work, and a great place for kids and families. Students have access to very qualified teachers, and caring and engaging residential and counseling staff. The students in the school community seem to support each other well. Lots of opportunities for students to have off-campus activities. - Posted by Administrator - Aaron |
| 5 After knowing students and staff from Shortridge for over 12 years, I'm proud to now work here. The staff are compassionate and firm. The students are awesome and greatly benefit from the Positive Youth Development (PYD) approach, instituted 5 years ago that encourages them to take an active role in their experience as a student at Shortridge. - Posted by Administrator - Mik |
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