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#35 of 73 private schools in NH

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Hampstead Academy

Elementary School

320 E RD, Hampstead, NH 03841

Private

Enrollment

45

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Hampstead Academy

6.5/10

Elementary School in Hampstead · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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7.6/10

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About Hampstead Academy

Hampstead Academy is a private elementary school in Hampstead, NH. Hampstead Academy serves approximately 45 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hampstead Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 73 private schools in NH.

How it compares0.3 pts above NH schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 45 students, Hampstead Academy 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Hampstead Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hampstead Academy 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

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How Hampstead Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Hampstead, NH

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
45
This School
vs
405
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
7.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.4% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Hampstead Academy Hampstead Public Avg

All Schools in Hampstead

School Rating
Hampstead Academy (this school) 6.5
Hampstead Central School 7.6
Hampstead Middle School 7.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 13%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Enrollment 45
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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)

White 93.3%
Hispanic 4.4%
Asian 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

320 E RD, Hampstead, NH 03841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hampstead Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hampstead Central School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Atkinson Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Atkinson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Salem Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hampstead, see our Hampstead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Atkinson Academy Atkinson 1.8 mi 7.4
Hampstead Central School Hampstead 1.8 mi 7.6
Hampstead Middle School Hampstead 1.9 mi 7.2
Timberlane Regional Middle School Plaistow 2.2 mi 5.1
Timberlane Regional High School Plaistow 2.2 mi 6.9
LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow 3.1 mi
Pollard Elementary School Plaistow 3.3 mi 5.8
Danville Elementary School Danville 3.9 mi 6.8
Sandown Central School Sandown 4.5 mi 5.5
SEACOAST LEARNING COLLABORATIVE Newton 4.0 mi 6.5
HILLTOP SCHOOL Haverhill 5.5 mi
Memorial School Newton 4.0 mi 5.8
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-SALEM Salem 5.5 mi
Sanborn Regional Middle School Kingston 4.9 mi 6.0
Sanborn Regional High School Kingston 4.9 mi 6.7
Haverhill High Haverhill 5.8 mi 4.1
North Salem Elementary School Salem 5.1 mi 7.3
Salem Preschool Salem 6.0 mi 3.3
Walnut Square Haverhill 5.9 mi 6.3
John G Whittier Haverhill 5.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,268

Median Home Value

$465,800

Median Rent

$1,368/mo

Population

6,282

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

51.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hampstead Academy

What grades does Hampstead Academy serve?

Hampstead Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hampstead Academy?

Hampstead Academy has an enrollment of approximately 45 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hampstead Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hampstead Academy is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hampstead Academy rank in NH?

Hampstead Academy ranks #35 of 73 private schools in NH.

What is Hampstead Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hampstead Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hampstead Academy a private school?

Yes, Hampstead Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hampstead Academy a religious school?

Hampstead Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
45
Gender Split
42% M / 58% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockingham County

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