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#46 of 73 private schools in NH
St Mary Academy
Elementary School
222 CENTRAL AVE, Dover, NH 03820
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Hampshire private schools
#46 of 73
In Dover
#2 of 3
public schools
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About St Mary Academy
St Mary Academy is a private elementary school in Dover, NH. St Mary Academy serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 73 private schools in NH.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, St Mary 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 Mary 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 St Mary Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Dover, NH
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Academy (this school) | 6.1 |
| Woodman Park School | 5.5 |
| Dover Middle School | 4.3 |
| Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street | 5.3 |
| Garrison School | 6.8 |
| Seacoast Charter School | 5.2 |
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
222 CENTRAL AVE, Dover, NH 03820
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moharimet School (rated 8.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Madbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Garrison School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rollinsford Grade School (rated 6.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Rollinsford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MY SCHOOL Dover | 0.1 mi | — |
| Woodman Park School Dover | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Dover Middle School Dover | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Dover Senior High School Dover | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Garrison School Dover | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| PORTSMOUTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dover | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth | 4.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Somersworth Middle School Somersworth | 4.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Somersworth High School Somersworth | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Oyster River High School Durham | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Oyster River Preschool Education Program Durham | 4.1 mi | — |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth | 4.8 mi | 6.9 |
| CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover | 3.9 mi | — |
| Oyster River Middle School Durham | 4.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Moharimet School Madbury | 3.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,793
Median Home Value
$397,900
Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Population
33,150
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
51.4%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
37.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andover Elementary School Andover, NH | 6.1 |
| ST JOHN REGIONAL SCHOOL Concord, NH | 6.1 |
| Southwick School Northfield, NH | 6.1 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua, NH | 6.0 |
| Dr. L. F. Soule School Salem, NH | 6.0 |
| SANT BANI SCHOOL Sanbornton, NH | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Academy
What grades does St Mary Academy serve?
St Mary Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Academy?
St Mary Academy has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Academy rank in NH?
St Mary Academy ranks #46 of 73 private schools in NH.
What is St Mary Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Academy a private school?
Yes, St Mary 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 Mary Academy a religious school?
St Mary Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 189
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Strafford County
- Phone
- (603) 742-3299
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