Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute care hospital, and 501 charitable health care organization located in Dover, New Hampshire.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NH School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Wdh Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000)
- Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner (Graduated 2005)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Wdh Early Learning Center cost?
Wdh Early Learning Center's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wdh Early Learning Center?
The acceptance rate of Wdh Early Learning Center is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 73%. Wdh Early Learning Center's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New Hampshire with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Wdh Early Learning Center?
Wdh Early Learning Center famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 2000) and Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner (Graduated 2005).
What is Wdh Early Learning Center's ranking?
Wdh Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Hampshire for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Wdh Early Learning Center?
The application deadline for Wdh Early Learning Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Wdh Early Learning Center is Portsmouth Christian Academy (2.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is My School (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
118 Locust Street
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 80 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
222 Central Ave
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
Happy Helpers Preschool Education C
Daycare / Preschool
6 Heather Lane
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3910
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3910
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 137 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
20 Seaborne Dr
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 673 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
20 Seaborne Dr
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 673 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
197 Dover Point Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3206
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3206
3.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 414 students Sports: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
31 Academy St
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 539 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Seacoast Christian School
(Christian)
336 Main Street
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-5759
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-5759
4.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 176 students
Tri-city Christian Academy
(Christian)
150 W High St
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2093
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2093
4.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 170 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
118 Locust Street
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 80 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
222 Central Ave
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
20 Seaborne Dr
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 673 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Cross Road Kindergarten & School
(Christian)
18 French Cross Rd
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 749-4278
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 749-4278
3.3 miles
Gr: K-3 | 30 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
118 Locust Street
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-0321
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 80 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
222 Central Ave
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3299
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students
Happy Helpers Preschool Education C
Daycare / Preschool
6 Heather Lane
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3910
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3910
2 miles
Gr: PK-K | 137 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
20 Seaborne Dr
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
Dover, NH 03820
(603) 742-3617
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 673 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sandown Central School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
295 Main St.
Sandown, NH 03873
(603) 887-3648
Sandown, NH 03873
(603) 887-3648
9532.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 154 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Danville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
23 School St.
Danville, NH 03819
(603) 382-5554
Danville, NH 03819
(603) 382-5554
9533.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Chester Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
22 Murphy Dr.
Chester, NH 03036
(603) 887-3621
Chester, NH 03036
(603) 887-3621
9533.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 508 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Sanborn Regional High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17 Danville Rd.
Kingston, NH 03848
(603) 642-3341
Kingston, NH 03848
(603) 642-3341
9533.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 448 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Sandown North Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
23 Stagecoach Rd.
Sandown, NH 03873
(603) 887-8505
Sandown, NH 03873
(603) 887-8505
9533.4 miles
Gr: 1-5 | 322 students Minority enrollment: 11%
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