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Phillips Exeter Academy

• Private School
• Exeter, NH
• 9-12
• 237 reviews

Junior: Phillips Exeter Academy is an amazing institution with renowned facilities, faculty, and alumni. The financial aid is unmatched; I will be forever grateful for the generous financial aid package that my family received. It's a diverse school, and although it's not always perfect in handling issues surrounding equity and inclusion, it's definitely a school that tries really hard to make sure each student feels safe. Stress levels are extremely high here, the workload is intense, and the New Hampshire winters can be extremely dreary, but I have made the best friendships here and have grown so much, both academically and personally. Even through the tough times, I have never regretted saying Yes to Exeter and I know that its all worth it. Additionally, it IS possible to have fun here! Even in a small town, we find ways to just live life and be teenagers.
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• A+

• 1,085 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Maude H. Trefethen School

• Public School
• New Castle, NH
• K-6

• A+

• 49 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

New Franklin School

• Portsmouth School District, NH
• K-5

• A+

• 256 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kensington Elementary School

• Public School
• Exeter, NH
• K-5

• A

• 104 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln Akerman School

• Public School
• Hampton Falls, NH
• K-8
• 1 review

Middle School Student: They involve families a lot and make sure they are well informed about what is happening at the school. The teachers work hard to prepare students for higher education and tests, they make sure the students know the curriculum and answer all questions. The facilities and sports teams however could be much improved. The gym is dangerous, it has caused many injuries, and is used for many different classes which can conflict with one another. However renovations are in progress to improve this. Hampton Falls is a small town and there is very little diversity.
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• A

• 243 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Stratham Memorial School

• Public School
• Stratham, NH
• PK, K-5
• 1 review

• A

• 568 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Hampton Barnard School

• Public School
• South Hampton, NH
• K-8

• A

• 69 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portsmouth High School

• Portsmouth School District, NH
• 9-12
• 140 reviews

Senior: Portsmouth High School is filled with high academic achieving students, hard working jocks, and lots of school spirit. Every teacher at PHS is there to cheer you on and support your academic and athletic career. While I do think the guidance department could do a better job guiding their senior students onto their college path, overall the members of the guidance department are friendly and ready to help who ever is in need. The sports teams are excellent at PHS, our goal is a state championship and nothing will stop us from working our hardest to succeed. Overall I have had an unforgettable high school experience at PHS and am sad to be graduating this spring.
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• A

• 1,087 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Little Harbour School

• Portsmouth School District, NH
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: I’m African American male parent/ of a child - that has attended Little Harbour elementary and I’ve never been more welcome.. And when I’ve been dissatisfied about certain sensitive issues/I’ve sort of sat back each time and let it play out... And thus far , I can say they look at each issue from all angles and have - I feel- made the most responsible decisions.. I 100 percent recommend this school...Teacher/rather the faculty is top notch...
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• A

• 415 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Golden Brook Elementary School

• Windham School District, NH
• K-2

• A

• 520 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Newfields Elementary School

• Public School
• Newfields, NH
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: We love it here. Open to suggestions to change, great teachers, low teacher:student ratio, awesome playground!
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• A

• 126 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Swasey Central School

• Public School
• Brentwood, NH
• PK, K-5

• A

• 317 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portsmouth Middle School

• Portsmouth School District, NH
• 6-8

• A

• 521 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rye Junior High School

• Rye School District, NH
• 6-8

• A

• 150 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

East Kingston Elementary School

• Public School
• East Kingston, NH
• K-5

• A

• 154 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mary C. Dondero Elementary School

• Portsmouth School District, NH
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: We moved here from out of State recently and Dondero is an Amazing school. Lots of great activities to get families involved during and after school. School spirit and healthy friendship building is a true focus here. Really cool outdoor classroom with a garden, hiking trails and and I brand new outdoor adventure playground being rolled out in stages over the next couple years. Teachers are dynamic, administrators are accessible and the kids are amazing. No complaints!
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• A

• 301 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Greenland Central School

• Public School
• Greenland, NH
• K-8

• A

• 394 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Hampton School

• Public School
• North Hampton, NH
• PK, K-8
• 1 review

Parent: Three years ago we moved to North Hampton for the schools. So far we have been thrilled. The teachers communication has been amazing and they truly care about the students well being. My son is in 3rd grade and he is excited every day to go to school. You can’t hope for anything more than that.
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• A

• 400 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln Street Elementary School

• Exeter School District, NH
• 3-5

• A

• 510 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Windham High School

• Windham School District, NH
• 9-12
• 139 reviews

Senior: WHS is an amazing school when it comes to educational resources. All students are given MacBook Airs, and each department has high-quality supplies(lab equipment, art supplies, instruments). However, the science department struggles to hire adept teachers in subjects like chemistry and engineering, though physics and bio teachers are great! A double-edged sword here is the academic rigor of classes. Honors and AP classes are extremely rigorous and time-demanding. Students who want to challenge themselves will find it overly difficult to balance with their extracurriculars and personal life; many spend 5+ hours each night doing homework and it is detrimental to them. The administration for the school district is questionable as to what subjects they support. Windham has resources to fund an amazing high school, but the administration is stingy and would rather spend it on athletics(or save it) than supporting the arts, sciences, engineering, and more.
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• A

• 901 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rye Elementary School

• Rye School District, NH
• K-5
• 7 reviews

Niche User: I love the Parent Advisory group that meets with the principal. The school is working toward being more green and composting the food waste from lunch.
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• A

• 280 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Windham Middle School

• Windham School District, NH
• 6-8
• 1 review

• A

• 755 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Windham Center School

• Windham School District, NH
• 3-5
• 7 reviews

High School Senior: I have had an amazing experience at the school. There is so much for everyone. Thank you Windham High School!
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• A-

• 720 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Adeline C. Marston Elementary School

• Hampton School District, NH
• 3-5
• 1 review

• A-

• 371 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Coe-Brown Northwood Academy

• Public School
• Northwood, NH
• 9-12
• 121 reviews

Senior: I am extremely grateful that I had the opportunity to go to such an amazing school. I have had such an amazing time here and am so sad to leave. The whole community is amazing and I was able to make many friendships at this school. The teachers are also amazing and are always there to help, even if it is not school related. I have also had the opportunity to play soccer which is definitely my favorite time of year. I recommend this school to anyone who had the option to go here, because you will not regret it! Again, I am beyond thankful that I was able to attend CBNA. If I could go back and do it over again, I would!
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• A-

• 710 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio