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#31 of 73 private schools in NH
Top 41% of private schools
Building Block Commons
Elementary School
125 KINGSTON RD, Exeter, NH 03833
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Hampshire private schools
#31 of 73
In Exeter
#2 of 3
public schools
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Building Block Commons
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About Building Block Commons
Building Block Commons is a private elementary school in Exeter, NH. Building Block Commons serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Building Block Commons has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #31 of 73 private schools in NH.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Building Block Commons 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Building Block Commons sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Building Block Commons 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 Building Block Commons compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Exeter, NH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Building Block Commons (this school) | 6.6 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) | 9.3 |
| Great Bay Charter School (M) | 3.6 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Main Street School | 8.0 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) | 5.3 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NH.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NH
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
125 KINGSTON RD, Exeter, NH 03833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Building Block Commons may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Virtual Learning Academy (E) (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swasey Central School (rated 8.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (M) Exeter | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter | 2.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School Exeter | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Main Street School Exeter | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Exeter High School Exeter | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Daniel J. Bakie School Kingston | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Swasey Central School Brentwood | 4.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter | 4.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter | 4.0 mi | — |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter | 4.2 mi | — |
| Newfields Elementary School Newfields | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 6.2 mi | — |
| Sanborn Regional Middle School Kingston | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,566
Median Home Value
$456,000
Median Rent
$1,632/mo
Population
22,676
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
44.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HAMPSTEAD ACADEMY Hampstead, NH | 6.5 |
| NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester, NH | 6.8 |
| MOUNTAIN SHADOWS SCHOOL Dublin, NH | 6.2 |
| Gilsum STEAM Academy Gilsum, NH | 6.1 |
| Dublin Consolidated School Dublin, NH | 5.9 |
| Jackson Grammar School Jackson, NH | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Building Block Commons
What grades does Building Block Commons serve?
Building Block Commons serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Building Block Commons?
Building Block Commons has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Building Block Commons?
The student-teacher ratio at Building Block Commons is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Building Block Commons rank in NH?
Building Block Commons ranks #31 of 73 private schools in NH.
What is Building Block Commons's MySchoolScout rating?
Building Block Commons has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Building Block Commons a private school?
Yes, Building Block Commons 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 Building Block Commons a religious school?
No, Building Block Commons is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 778-1383
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