Very Good
#13 of 73 private schools in NH
Top 16% of private schools
South Merrimack Christian Academy
School
517 BOSTON POST RD, Merrimack, NH 03054
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Hampshire private schools
#13 of 73
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About South Merrimack Christian Academy
South Merrimack Christian Academy is a private school in Merrimack, NH. South Merrimack Christian Academy serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Merrimack Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 73 private schools in NH.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, South Merrimack Christian 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, South Merrimack Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
South Merrimack Christian 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 South Merrimack Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Merrimack, NH
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Merrimack Christian Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| Thorntons Ferry School | 5.2 |
| Gate City Charter School for the Arts | 2.9 |
| Merrimack Middle School | 5.2 |
| Merrimack High School | 6.9 |
| James Mastricola Elementary School | 5.5 |
| James Mastricola Upper Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Reeds Ferry School | 7.8 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
517 BOSTON POST RD, Merrimack, NH 03054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Merrimack Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Souhegan Coop High School (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hollis Upper Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hollis Primary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Merrimack, see our Merrimack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amherst Middle School Amherst | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Souhegan Coop High School Amherst | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Thorntons Ferry School Merrimack | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Academy for Science and Design Charter (M) Nashua | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Academy for Science and Design Charter (H) Nashua | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| HOLLIS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollis | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| COUNTRY VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst | 2.8 mi | — |
| Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua | 3.5 mi | 3.9 |
| CHAPEL SCHOOL Nashua | 3.8 mi | — |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Merrimack Middle School Merrimack | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Merrimack | 3.7 mi | — |
| Hollis Primary School Hollis | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Nashua High School North Nashua | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Gate City Charter School for the Arts Merrimack | 3.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Hollis Upper Elementary School Hollis | 4.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Hollis-Brookline Middle School Hollis | 4.9 mi | 8.2 |
| MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 4.4 mi | — |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,897
Median Home Value
$406,200
Median Rent
$1,819/mo
Population
27,604
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLAREMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Claremont, NH | 7.3 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth, NH | 6.9 |
| LACONIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laconia, NH | 6.7 |
| ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Keene, NH | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Merrimack Christian Academy
What grades does South Merrimack Christian Academy serve?
South Merrimack Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend South Merrimack Christian Academy?
South Merrimack Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Merrimack Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Merrimack Christian Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Merrimack Christian Academy rank in NH?
South Merrimack Christian Academy ranks #13 of 73 private schools in NH.
What is South Merrimack Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Merrimack Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Merrimack Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, South Merrimack Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is South Merrimack Christian Academy a religious school?
South Merrimack Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Gender Split
- 82% M / 18% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (603) 880-6832
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