St. Patrick Academy

315 Banfield Road Portsmouth, NH 03801
saintpatrickacademy.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked NH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 27 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked NH School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 237 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 27 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Patrick Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1868
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
237 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 27 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact us for tuition rates
Application URL

School Notes

  • Saint Patrick Academy is a Christ-centered community.
  • As members of the Saint Patrick Academy community, we strive to exemplify Christ's love in all matters.
  • In an environment which allows the children to develop self-confidence and personal integrity, we challenge our students to become contributing of the world community.
  • In the Catholic tradition, we provide a solid foundation for our students to become lifelong learners.
  • The Saint Patrick Academy community models the ideal of service to others as we strive to be agents of peace and justice.
  • We foster traditional Catholic values.
  • We believe that children are entitled to possess a strong set of Christian values and sufficient knowledge that will enable them to think and act responsibly and respectfully.
  • We believe in providing a safe learning environment which nurtures each child's gifts.
  • Saint Patrick Academy is a Christ-centered community. As members of the Saint Patrick Academy community, we strive to exemplify Christ's love in all matters. In an environment which allows the children to develop self-confidence and personal integrity, we challenge our students to become contributing of the world community. In the Catholic tradition, we provide a solid foundation for our students to become lifelong learners. The Saint Patrick Academy community models the ideal of service to others as we strive to be agents of peace and justice. We foster traditional Catholic values. We believe that children are entitled to possess a strong set of Christian values and sufficient knowledge that will enable them to think and act responsibly and respectfully. We believe in providing a safe learning environment which nurtures each child's gifts.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Patrick Academy often compared to?
St. Patrick Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Patrick Academy offer?
St. Patrick Academy offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Patrick Academy's ranking?
St. Patrick 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 St. Patrick Academy?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Academy is Jan. 27 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 27 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Rockingham County, NH is $19,359 for elementary schools and $31,113 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Rockingham County, NH is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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