Excellent
#5 of 73 private schools in NH
Top 6% of private schools
Phillips Exeter Academy
High School
20 MAIN ST, Exeter, NH 38332
Enrollment
1,064
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,064
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Hampshire private schools
#5 of 73
In Exeter
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Phillips Exeter Academy
Phillips Exeter Academy is a private high school in Exeter, NH. Phillips Exeter Academy serves approximately 1,064 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillips Exeter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 73 private schools in NH.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 6.5:1 students to teachers, Phillips Exeter Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Phillips Exeter 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
BetaHow Phillips Exeter Academy compares to the 9 public schools in Exeter, NH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Exeter
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Phillips Exeter Academy (this school) | 8.0 |
| Main Street School | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) | 9.3 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (H) | 7.7 |
| Great Bay Charter School (H) | 6.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (M) | 3.6 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) | 5.3 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) | — |
| Exeter High School | 8.2 |
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
20 MAIN ST, Exeter, NH 38332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillips Exeter Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newmarket Jr.-Sr. High School (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Newmarket), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Exeter High School (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Virtual Learning Academy (H) (rated 7.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street School Exeter | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School Exeter | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Great Bay Charter School (M) Exeter | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter | 0.4 mi | 9.3 |
| SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter | 1.7 mi | — |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter | 2.0 mi | — |
| BUILDING BLOCK COMMONS Exeter | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Cooperative Middle School Stratham | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Newfields Elementary School Newfields | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Exeter High School Exeter | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston | 4.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ACORN SCHOOL Stratham | 4.3 mi | — |
| Stratham Memorial School Stratham | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Newmarket Elementary School Newmarket | 6.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Newmarket Jr.-Sr. High School Newmarket | 6.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,000
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
1,170
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
91.4%
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
62.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Plymouth Regional High School Plymouth, NH | 8.0 |
| Winnacunnet High School Hampton, NH | 8.0 |
| Conval Regional High School Peterborough, NH | 8.2 |
| Exeter High School Exeter, NH | 8.2 |
| Londonderry Senior High School Londonderry, NH | 8.3 |
| Windham High School Windham, NH | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips Exeter Academy
What grades does Phillips Exeter Academy serve?
Phillips Exeter Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Phillips Exeter Academy?
Phillips Exeter Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,064 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips Exeter Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips Exeter Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Phillips Exeter Academy rank in NH?
Phillips Exeter Academy ranks #5 of 73 private schools in NH.
What is Phillips Exeter Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips Exeter Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Phillips Exeter Academy a private school?
Yes, Phillips Exeter Academy 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 Phillips Exeter Academy a religious school?
No, Phillips Exeter Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,064
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 165
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 777-3601
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