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Second Start
School
450 N STATE ST, Concord, NH 33013
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Grades
UG – UG
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Second Start
Second Start is a private school in Concord, NH 33013. The school serves approximately 20 students in grades UG – UG with a student-teacher ratio of 5.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $57,242, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 20 students, Second Start is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.1:1, Second Start offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Second Start operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $190,299
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $187,376
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.98x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 62%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $3.1M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 20 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Second Start compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Concord, NH
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Second Start (this school) | — |
| Beaver Meadow School | 3.5 |
| Broken Ground School | 5.4 |
| Mill Brook School | 6.8 |
| Concord High School | 5.7 |
| Christa McAuliffe School | 6.2 |
| Rundlett Middle School | 4.2 |
| Abbot-Downing School | 3.4 |
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
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 20 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Address
- 450 N STATE ST, Concord, NH 33013
- Phone
- (603) 225-3318
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
450 N STATE ST, Concord, NH 33013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Second Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. Boscawen Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Boscawen). Another option is SHAKER ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, Canterbury Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Canterbury). For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Meadow School Concord | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| SHAKER ROAD SCHOOL Concord | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Penacook Elementary School Penacook | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Merrimack Valley Middle School Penacook | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Merrimack Valley High School Penacook | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Concord High School Concord | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Concord | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Christa McAuliffe School Concord | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CSI Charter School Penacook | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOHN REGIONAL SCHOOL Concord | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Broken Ground School Concord | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Mill Brook School Concord | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Rundlett Middle School Concord | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Abbot-Downing School Concord | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Boscawen Elementary School Boscawen | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| THE BEECH HILL SCHOOL Hopkinton | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Concord | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bow | 5.7 mi | — |
| Bow High School Bow | 6.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Canterbury Elementary School Canterbury | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,242
Median Home Value
$407,400
Median Rent
$1,488/mo
Population
29,100
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
48.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Second Start has a median household income of $57,242. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $407,400, with a median rent of $1,488/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bethlehem, NH | — |
| CEDARCREST SCHOOL Keene, NH | — |
| ENRICHED LEARNING CENTER Berlin, NH | — |
| HAMPSHIRE COUNTRY SCHOOL Rindge, NH | — |
| KROKA EXPEDITIONS Marlow, NH | — |
| NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua, NH | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Second Start
What grades does Second Start serve?
Second Start serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Second Start?
Second Start has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Start?
The student-teacher ratio at Second Start is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Second Start a private school?
Yes, Second Start 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 Second Start a religious school?
No, Second Start is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,425/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Concord). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 20
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- MERRIMACK
- Phone
- (603) 225-3318
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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