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Acorn School
Elementary School
136 WINNICUTT RD, Stratham, NH 03885
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Acorn School
Elementary School in Stratham · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acorn School
Acorn School is a private elementary school in Stratham, NH. Acorn School serves approximately 18 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 18 students, Acorn School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Acorn School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acorn School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Acorn School compares to the 2 public schools in Stratham, NH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Stratham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acorn School (this school) | — |
| Stratham Memorial School | 7.7 |
| Cooperative Middle School | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 136 WINNICUTT RD, Stratham, NH 03885
- Phone
- (603) 686-1256
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NH aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
136 WINNICUTT RD, Stratham, NH 03885
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acorn School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virtual Learning Academy (E) (rated 9.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Exeter). Another option is Greenland Central School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Greenland). Additionally, North Hampton School (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby North Hampton). For more schools in Stratham, see our Stratham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stratham Memorial School Stratham | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cooperative Middle School Stratham | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter | 3.1 mi | — |
| Greenland Central School Greenland | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter | 3.0 mi | — |
| SQUAMSCOTT RIVER ACADEMY North Hampton | 4.2 mi | — |
| Newfields Elementary School Newfields | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| North Hampton School North Hampton | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LEARNING SKILLS ACADEMY Rye | 3.8 mi | 7.1 |
| PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Main Street School Exeter | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School Exeter | 4.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (M) Exeter | 4.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter | 4.6 mi | 9.3 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hampton | 5.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hampton Academy Hampton | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Hampton Centre School Hampton | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03885 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,438
Median Home Value
$599,500
Median Rent
$2,265/mo
Population
7,742
College Educated
65.7%
Homeownership
91.9%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPHA BITS LEARNING CENTER II Manchester, NH | — |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton, NH | — |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter, NH | — |
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, NH | — |
| CHESTNUT CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN New Boston, NH | — |
| CHILD GUIDANCE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Manchester, NH | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acorn School
What grades does Acorn School serve?
Acorn School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Acorn School?
Acorn School has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acorn School?
The student-teacher ratio at Acorn School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Acorn School a private school?
Yes, Acorn School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Acorn School a religious school?
No, Acorn School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 686-1256
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