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#19 of 73 private schools in NH

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Tri-city Christian Academy

School

150 W HIGH ST, Somersworth, NH 03878

Private

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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Tri-city Christian Academy

6.9/10

School in Somersworth · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Maple Wood Elementary School

4.2/10

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5.4/10

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About Tri-city Christian Academy

Tri-city Christian Academy is a private school in Somersworth, NH. Tri-city Christian Academy serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tri-city Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 73 private schools in NH.

How it compares0.7 pts above NH schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, Tri-city 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Tri-city Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Tri-city 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

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How Tri-city Christian Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Somersworth, NH

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
134
This School
vs
334
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.1% vs 0%
Asian 11.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Black 1.5% vs 0%
Tri-city Christian Academy Somersworth Public Avg

All Schools in Somersworth

School Rating
Tri-city Christian Academy (this school) 6.9
Maple Wood Elementary School 4.2
Somersworth High School 5.4
Somersworth Middle School 5.3
Idlehurst Elementary School 5.1

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Enrollment 134
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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 85.1%
Asian 11.2%
Hispanic 2.2%
Black 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

150 W HIGH ST, Somersworth, NH 03878

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tri-city Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rollinsford Grade School (rated 6.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Rollinsford), with a comparable rating. Another option is ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dover Senior High School (rated 6.1/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Somersworth, see our Somersworth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth 0.8 mi 4.2
Somersworth High School Somersworth 0.8 mi 5.4
Somersworth Middle School Somersworth 0.9 mi 5.3
Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth 1.6 mi 5.1
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover 3.5 mi 5.3
Vivian E Hussey School Berwick 2.5 mi 3.6
Seacoast Charter School Dover 3.5 mi 5.2
CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover 3.9 mi
ST MARY ACADEMY Dover 4.8 mi 6.1
MY SCHOOL Dover 4.8 mi
Noble Middle School Berwick 3.8 mi 5.8
Woodman Park School Dover 5.0 mi 5.5
Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford 3.9 mi 6.3
Eric L Knowlton School Berwick 3.9 mi 5.3
Chamberlain Street School Rochester 4.6 mi 3.6
Dover Middle School Dover 5.7 mi 4.3
East Rochester School E. Rochester 5.3 mi 5.5
Dover Senior High School Dover 5.8 mi 6.1
Central School South Berwick 4.5 mi 4.8
Gonic School Gonic 4.4 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,691

Median Home Value

$295,200

Median Rent

$1,410/mo

Population

12,145

College Educated

28.6%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

38.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
LACONIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laconia, NH 6.7
CLAREMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Claremont, NH 7.3
2ND NATURE ACADEMY Nashua, NH 7.5
HOLLIS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollis, NH 6.0
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pelham, NH 8.0
MOUNT ROYAL ACADEMY Sunapee, NH 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tri-city Christian Academy

What grades does Tri-city Christian Academy serve?

Tri-city Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Tri-city Christian Academy?

Tri-city Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tri-city Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Tri-city Christian Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Tri-city Christian Academy rank in NH?

Tri-city Christian Academy ranks #19 of 73 private schools in NH.

What is Tri-city Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Tri-city Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Tri-city Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Tri-city Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Tri-city Christian Academy a religious school?

Tri-city Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
134
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Strafford County

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