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#37 of 73 private schools in NH

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St Benedict Academy

Elementary School

85 3RD ST, Manchester, NH 03102

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Hampshire private schools

#37 of 73

In Manchester

#5 of 8

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About St Benedict Academy

St Benedict Academy is a private elementary school in Manchester, NH. St Benedict Academy serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Benedict Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #37 of 73 private schools in NH.

How it comparesOn par with NH schools

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, St Benedict 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.

St Benedict 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 St Benedict Academy compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Manchester, NH

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.6:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

109

This School

416

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.4

This School

4.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.7% vs 0%

Asian 7.3% vs 0%

Black 6.4% vs 0%

Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%

St Benedict Academy Manchester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Benedict Academy (this school)	—	109	11.6:1	6.4
Middle School At Parkside	0.6 mi	801	9.7:1	4.4
Gossler Park School	0.6 mi	339	11.3:1	2.8
Bakersville School	0.7 mi	344	9.3:1	4.8
Parker-Varney School	0.8 mi	394	11.9:1	3.5
Beech Street School	0.9 mi	469	10.2:1	4.1
Polaris Charter School	1.0 mi	122	13.6:1	4.2
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (M)	1.1 mi	47	—:1	2.0
Henry Wilson Elementary School	1.3 mi	388	11.4:1	3.5
Northwest Elementary School	1.4 mi	501	11.9:1	3.8
McDonough School	1.8 mi	457	10.9:1	4.4
Bartlett Elementary School	1.9 mi	180	10.6:1	5.8
Hillside Middle School	1.9 mi	772	11.2:1	3.7
Jewett School	1.9 mi	453	13.3:1	3.6
Southside Middle School	2.0 mi	741	9.6:1	3.2
Smyth Road School	2.2 mi	390	13:1	3.7
Webster School	2.5 mi	374	12.1:1	5.5
Weston Elementary School	2.8 mi	507	13:1	3.3
Highland-Goffes Falls School	2.9 mi	337	11.2:1	6.2
Green Acres School	3.0 mi	433	13.5:1	3.5
The Founders Academy Charter School (E)	3.0 mi	263	11:1	7.3

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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

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,176.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 8.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 32%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.6 / 10

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Enrollment 109

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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 81.7%

Asian 7.3%

Black 6.4%

Hispanic 4.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

85 3RD ST, Manchester, NH 03102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Benedict Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CARDINAL LACROIX ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bakersville School (rated 4.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Manchester West High School Manchester	0.3 mi	771	4.3
Middle School At Parkside Manchester	0.6 mi	801	4.4
Gossler Park School Manchester	0.6 mi	339	2.8
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Manchester	0.7 mi	95	6.9
ST MARIE CHILD CARE CENTER Manchester	0.7 mi	9	—
Bakersville School Manchester	0.7 mi	344	4.8
YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Manchester	0.8 mi	4	—
Polaris Charter School Manchester	1.0 mi	122	4.2
Parker-Varney School Manchester	0.8 mi	394	3.5
ST PETER'S HOME Manchester	1.0 mi	48	4.4
Beech Street School Manchester	0.9 mi	469	4.1
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (M) Manchester	1.1 mi	47	2.0
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H) Manchester	1.1 mi	104	5.8
ST AUGUSTIN PRESCHOOL Manchester	1.0 mi	10	—
Northwest Elementary School Manchester	1.4 mi	501	3.8
Manchester Central High School Manchester	1.2 mi	1,127	4.7
NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester	1.4 mi	33	6.8
COLORFUL APPLES LEARNING CENTER Manchester	1.5 mi	2	—
Henry Wilson Elementary School Manchester	1.3 mi	388	3.5
CARDINAL LACROIX ACADEMY Manchester	1.4 mi	128	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,927

Median Home Value

$309,400

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

33,755

College Educated

32.7%

Homeownership

39.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

36.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
Middleton Elementary School Middleton, NH	152	6.4
Unity Elementary School Newport, NH	93	6.4
Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford, NH	146	6.3
THE WELL SCHOOL Peterborough, NH	101	6.3
Simonds Elementary School Warner, NH	130	6.6
Ashland Elementary School Ashland, NH	147	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Benedict Academy

What grades does St Benedict Academy serve?

St Benedict Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend St Benedict Academy?

St Benedict Academy has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Benedict Academy is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Benedict Academy rank in NH?

St Benedict Academy ranks #37 of 73 private schools in NH.

What is St Benedict Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Benedict Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Benedict Academy a private school?

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

Is St Benedict Academy a religious school?

St Benedict Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 75 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 88 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment: 109
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 9
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 173 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Hillsborough County
Phone: (603) 669-3932

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