The Contoocook School

The Contoocook School was created in 2000 to serve New Hampshire's school districts by providing a special education program that could serve students with specific emotional and learning needs.
We are an out-of-district special education placement, and currently accept students from New Hampshire public schools who have an IEP with the primary codingof Emotional Disturbance, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability,and Autism.
We serve students in grades 6-12, and have a maximum capacity of 14 students.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Autism, ED, SLD, and OHI
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring and empowering people to reach their full potential and live successfully in their community.

Student Body

Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
The Contoocook School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
5 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition is paid by sending school districts as this is a special education placement school. We cannot accept private pay students.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Tuition is paid by sending school districts as this is a special education placement school. We cannot accept private pay students.
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Heidi Foisy
Application URL
Endowment Size
$100 million

School Notes

  • The Contoocook School was created in 2000 to serve New Hampshire's school districts by providing aspecial education program that could serve students with specificemotional and learning needs. We are an out-of-district special education placement, and currently accept students from New Hampshire public schools who have an IEP with the primary coding of Emotional Disturbance, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, and Autism. We cannot accept students from states other than New Hampshire. Referrals come from New Hampshire school districts who are looking for a more supportive program for students with specific needs. We work with the student and family to help achieve their goals. In some cases, this means helping the student develop the skills needed to transition back into a public school setting. In other cases, it means working with the student to help them earn a high school diploma. The Contoocook School is able to award a 20 credit diploma based on the New Hampshire minimum standards.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Contoocook School often compared to?
The Contoocook School is often viewed alongside schools like Parker Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Contoocook School?
The acceptance rate of The Contoocook School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
When is the application deadline for The Contoocook School?
The application deadline for The Contoocook School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 11 students
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 5 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Merrimack County, NH is $33,596 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Merrimack County, NH is 71% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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