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Through this site you will find comprehensive facts about NH real estate, as well as extensive information on buying or selling real estate in New Hampshire. If you are looking to invest in real estate you will find a variety of opportunities available to you. New Hampshire offers residential, new construction, condominiums (condos), adult living communities (55+ communities), retirement and facilities, land, waterfront properties and multi-family investment properties. NH and the surrounding areas offer vacation properties, farms, equine and country properties. To search the New Hampshire MLS (multiple listings service) also referred to as NH MLS, for properties in New Hampshire based on a keyword search, click on the following:

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NEW HAMPSHIRE THE BEAUTIFUL

Quality of life is the reason many newcomers cite for moving to New Hampshire.  Whether you enjoy the conveniences of living in a small city or the charm of country villages, it’s all at your fingertips.  New Hampshire is an area where neighbor knows neighbor, where strong ties develop within a community, where friendships endure.  There is an unmistakable feeling of COMING HOME, where the beauty of the land overwhelms you and makes you want to live here forever.

New Hampshire emerged as a “watering spot” for visitors with summer homes and later became a local mecca for people of every taste and income because its myriad of attractions were so accessible to major metropolitan centers of the eastern seaboard.  Southern New Hampshire sprang to life in the sixties when modern industries replaced the fading textile mills and major interstate highways were completed.

Tucked into a corner of the northeastern United States, New Hampshire is the most mountainous if the six contiguous states which comprise New England.  One third of the state has an elevation of 2,000 feet or more and eighty-five percent of its land is forested, especially in the North Country.

Shaped like a right triangle, the “Granite State” shares a boundary with the Canadian province of Quebec to the north, the winding Connecticut River and the state of Vermont to the west, the state of Maine and the Atlantic Ocean to the ease, and Massachusetts to the south.

The Merrimack Valley and Seacoast regions, which make up most of the southern tier, are especially well located, each being about an hour from the many attractions of the greater Boston area.  Less than a 2-hour drive to the north are the majestic mountains of the Presidential range and the extensive waterways which form the Lakes Region.  Within the regions are a myriad of communities offering a variety of lifestyles to suit anyone’s taste.

But that’s not all... it’s region steeped in tradition, settled in 1623 under the authority of an English land grant and named after Hampshire, England.  In the late nineteenth century, a more industrialized state attracted French Canadians to the many new jobs available in the bustling textile mills.  The French influence pervades the region, witnessed by the sign at the southern border which reads, “Welcome to New Hampshire” above the French “Bienvenue Au New Hampshire.”  But many other factors make New Hampshire attractive.

Why Live in New Hampshire?

Because…

  • It’s a place for all seasons.
  • It’s a place to which many people come, but few want to leave.
  • It has a strong, healthy economy, where growth is encouraged, yet controlled
  • Taxes will be lower than in most states
  • Of the choices, the lifestyles, the way the state offers something for everyone

New Hampshire Facts

One of the 13 original states, New Hampshire was settled in 1623.  It became a Royal Province in 1679 and was first to declare independence of Britain in early 1776.

  • 9,304 square miles
  • 324 towns and cities
  • 18 miles of Atlantic Ocean coastline
  • 40,000 miles of streams
  • 2,000 lakes and ponds
  • 182 mountains over 3,000 feet
  • 768,000 acres of White Mountain National Forest
  • 33 camping or picnic sites in the White Mountain National Forest
  • 1,300 miles of hiking trails in the White Mountains
  • 250 “Bed and Breakfast” inns
  • 6,000 miles of groomed snowmobiling trails
  • 1,500 inns, motels, hotels, resorts, cottage colonies
  • 175 campgrounds with more than 16,000 campsites
  • 32 State Parks and one Country Area
  • 54 covered bridges
  • Home of the Appalachian Mountain Club
  • 40 huts and shelters for hikers
  • 5 peaks are over a mile high
  • 31 major ski touring centers
  • Major summer theatrical and musical events at Hanover, Durham, Bretton Woods, Portsmouth, North Conway, Manchester and Jaffrey
  • Historic buildings, museums and large art galleries open to visitors

New Hampshire Climate

New Hampshire’s weather is as varied as its terrain, featuring a special four-season appeal.  We have a very popular saying here… “Don’t like the weather?  Wait a minute, it will change.”

Winter in NH

The winters differ in their severity, with January and February usually being the coldest and snowier months with the average snowfall being about 40 inches annually.  Average winter temperatures range from mid-teens to mid-20s, depending on how far north you are. Winter usually takes place from November to April, with snow attracting visitors to the area to ski, snowshoe and snowmobile.

Although there are some periods of mid-40 degree temperatures and sunshine, the best bet is to have a good warm jacket, sweaters, gloves and a winter hat, as well as an ice scraper for your car!

There is a good chance that you will have a beautiful white holiday season here in New Hampshire, and the cool air provides some of the best stargazing of the year.  Imagine having a warm cup of hot chocolate, bundled up with a blanket in front of a fireplace after a long day of winter sports.  Welcome to winter in New Hampshire!

Spring in NH

April usually signals the warming trend with apple blossom festivals and maple sugaring just around the corner.  Average spring temperatures hover around the 50s and 60s – perfect weather for spring skiing without a jacket and biking or hiking one of our many breathtaking trails. Migrating birds begin to return to the area, leaves begin to bud on the trees, and annual flowers begin to pop out of the ground.

Although a late snowfall is possible, it is also quite possible to open up the windows in your house and cars to enjoy temperatures up to 70 degrees!  Light jackets or sweaters are appropriate attire for enjoying baseball’s opening day in New Hampshire.

Summer in NH

Temperatures begin to rise in June, just as kids are getting out of school for summer vacation.

Average New Hampshire summer temperatures range from the 60s to the 80s, sometimes soaring much higher, but humidity generally tends to stay quite low.

The Lakes Region and Seacoast Region draw visitors from everywhere, as do the hundreds of campgrounds all over the state. The White Mountains and the Seacoast tend to stay cooler, providing the perfect temperatures for exploring mountain streams and trails or for playing beach volleyball and frolicking in the ocean.

Lightweight clothes or shorts are usually quite comfortable during the day, and you may find it handy to have a light sweater after the sun goes down during a New Hampshire Summer.

Fall in NH

In September and October, days become cooler, and the leaves explode into a collage of magnificent colors painting the landscape with some of the most gorgeous foliage in the country.  Average temperatures range anywhere from the 40s to the 60s, depending on the day and what part of the state you’re in.

Special tours have been set up to bring people from all over to New Hampshire to experience this beautiful time of year.  Don’t be surprised to find yourself surrounded by out-of-state license plates on the road as others come here to see nature’s artwork for themselves.

At night you will start to see smoke coming out of chimneys, as the air can get quite brisk.  Sweaters or long sleeve shirts are quite often perfectly comfortable during the day, but you will probably want to have a jacket on hand at night, and an ice scraper for your car nearby in preparation for the first frost!

** WEATHER STATISTICS **
Month Month Average Temp

Precipitation Average Snowfall
  High Low Inches  
January 31 9 2.8 17.7
February 33 11 2.5 14.9
March 42 22 2.9 11.2
April 56.5 31.6 3.0 2.3
May 69 41.4 2.9 0.1
June 77.7 52 2.9 ---
July 82.6 56.4 2.9 ---
August 80 54.5 3.26 ---
September 72 46 3.1 ---
October 61 35.5 3.1 0.1
November 47.2 27.3 3.66 3.9
December 34.4 14.5 3.4 14.2

Note:  Source – WMUR TV Channel 9 Manchester, NH Weather Department

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New Hampshire Population

New Hampshire’s population is just over 1.3 million people in the entire state. We are a state that is proud of its small communities – only 1% of our towns and cities have more than 50,000 residents. The majority of our communities – 78% - have populations of less than 5,000 people.

However, New Hampshire’s population is growing faster than any other state in New England, and ranks tenth in the nation for population growth. The popularity of the four southeastern counties, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham and Strafford, is evident, as most growth in the near future is expected to be in these counties. The fastest growing age group (third in the nation) from 2000-2003 was residents ages 18-24.

Most new residents seem to be moving to the communities that are closest to the highways, as the commute to Massachusetts is quite manageable from these towns. Another popular relocation destination is the Lakes Region, simply for the fact that it is one of the most beautiful areas in the country.

New Hampshire population estimates by county for 2005 are as follows:
Belknap, NH - 56,000
Carroll, NH - 45,000
Cheshire, NH - 77,000
Coos, NH – 36,000
Grafton, NH - 83,000
Hillsborough, NH – 399,000
Merrimack, NH - 137,000
Rockingham, NH – 313,000
Strafford, NH - 119,000
Sullivan, NH - 42,000
(Courtesy of the New Hampshire Office of State Planning Publication April 16,1997)

http://www.citizen.com/april_2005/04.25.05/news/laconia_042505d.asp
http://nhpr.org/view_content/5207/
http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/33000.html
http://webster.state.nh.us/pipermail/plan-link/2004-March/003252.html
http://www.nhes.state.nh.us/elmi/communpro.htm
http://www.state.nh.us/nhsl/nhlac/20022007population.html
http://www.nhoem.state.nh.us/mitigation/new_hampshire_county population.htm

New Hampshire Government

LIVE FREE OR DIE

“On Jan. 5, 1776, six months before the people of the United States claimed self-government, the people of New Hampshire gave this country its first state constitution.” – New Hampshire House of Representatives Web site.

New Hampshire’s capitol is Concord, situated along the Merrimack River in the south central portion of the state.

The New Hampshire state government has three branches:

Executive

  • The NH Governor serves as Chief Executive.
  • He/She is assisted by a five-member council.
    • The District 1 councilor represents all the towns and cities in Coos and Grafton counties as well as the cities and towns of Albany, Alton, Bartlett, Belmont, Center Harbor, Charlestown, Chatham, Claremont, Conway, Cornish, Croydon, Eaton, Effingham, Freedom, Gilford, Grantham, Hale's Location (unincorporated place), Hart's Location, Jackson, Laconia, Madison, Meredith, Moultonborough, New Hampton, Newport, Ossipee, Plainfield, Sanbornton, Sandwich, Springfield, Sunapee, Tamworth, Tilton, Tuftonboro, Wakefield, and Wolfeboro.
    • The District 2 councilor represents the cities and towns of Acworth, Allenstown, Alstead, Andover, Antrim, Barnstead, Bennington, Boscawen, Bow, Bradford, Brookfield, Canterbury, Chesterfield, Chichester, Concord, Danbury, Deerfield, Deering, Dublin, Epsom, Farmington, Francestown, Franklin, Gilmanton, Gilsum, Goshen, Greenfield, Hancock, Harrisville, Henniker, Hill, Hillsborough, Hopkinton, Langdon, Lempster, Loudon, Marlborough, Marlow, Middleton, Milton, Nelson, New Durham, Newbury, New London, Northfield, Northwood, Pembroke, Pittsfield, Rollinsford, Rochester, Roxbury, Salisbury, Somersworth, Stoddard, Strafford, Sullivan, Surry, Sutton, Unity, Walpole , Warner, Washington, Weare, Webster, Westmoreland, Wilmot, and Windsor.
    • The District 3 councilor represents the cities and towns of Atkinson, Barrington, Brentwood, Chester, Danville, Dover, Durham, East Kingston, Epping, Exeter, Fremont, Greenland, Hampstead, Hampton, Hampton Falls, Kensington, Kingston, Lee, Madbury, New Castle, Newfields, Newington, Newmarket, Newton, North Hampton, Nottingham, Plaistow, Portsmouth, Rye, Salem, Sandown, Seabrook, South Hampton, Stratham, and Windham.
    • The District 4 councilor represents the cities and towns of Auburn, Bedford, Candia, Derry, Hooksett, Hudson, Litchfield, Londonderry, Manchester, Pelham, and Raymond.
    • The District 5 councilor represents the cities and towns of Amherst, Brookline, Dunbarton, Fitzwilliam, Goffstown, Greenville, Hinsdale, Hollis, Jaffrey, Keene, Lyndeborough, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua, New Boston, New Ipswich, Peterborough, Richmond, Rindge, Sharon, Swanzey, Temple, Troy, Wilton, and Winchester.
    • All state agencies are also included in the Executive branch

Legislative

  • The Senate has 24 members.
    • The leadership consists of Senate president, president pro tem, the majority leader, the deputy majority leader and the majority whip.
      • The Senate districts are based on population.
      • Since NH does not have a Lieutenant Governor, the Senate President acts as governor when the governor is unable to perform his/her duties or is out of town.
    • The House of Representatives has 400 members, smaller than only TWO other parliamentary bodies in the English-speaking world – the US Congress and Britain’s Parliament.
      • In 1776, it was decided that there would be once representative for every 100 families. In 1942, it was decided that the maximum number of members would be 400, but no less than 375.
      • The leadership consists of speaker of the House, deputy speaker of the House, majority leader, deputy majority leader, and minority leader and deputy minority leader.
        • Other leadership positions include majority whip and minority whip, among others.

Judicial

  • The Supreme Court is the only appellate court in the state, and is located in Concord.
  • There is a Superior Court location in every county in NH, except for Hillsborough County, which has two locations.
  • There is a Probate Court in every county.
  • There are 34 District Courts in NH.
  • There are 8 Family Division Courts, and all are located in Grafton and Rockingham counties.

The city governments are mayoral, but the small towns still are governed by the traditional town meeting. Town meetings are held each spring and give each citizen an opportunity to review each item in the town’s budget.

Government Offices in the State of New Hampshire
Help Line TDD Relay 225-4033
State House – Concord 271-1110
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Prevention
Tirrell Halfway House, Manchester 668-2971
6 Hazen Drive, Concord 800-852-3345
235 Hanover Street, Manchester 644-2591
Governor’s Office of Citizens Services, Concord 800-852-3456
Community Corrections Center, Manchester 627-4193
Corrections Department
Probation, Parole, Manchester 668-0432
Probation, Parole, Nashua 886-3444
29 W. Broadway, Derry 432-8659
State Prison for Women, Goffstown 668-6137
Employment Security Department
Manchester Office 627-7841
Nashua Office 882-5177
Governor’s Office of Energy & Community Service, Concord 800-852-3466
Fish & Game Department, Concord 271-3421
Region 1 Office, Lancaster 788-3264
Region 2 Office, New Hampton 744-5470
Region 3 Office, Durham 868-1095
Region 4 Office, Keene 352-9669
Health & Human Services Department
AIDS Hotline 800-752-2437
Public Health Services Division, Manchester 668-8420
Youth Development Center, Manchester 625-5471
Welfare Division, Manchester 668-2330
Children & Youth Services Division, Manchester 668-2330
Children & Youth Services Division, Nashua 883-7726
Juvenile Services, Manchester 626-7734
Juvenile Services, Nashua 595-0477
Substance Abuse & AIDS Outreach, Nashua 595-4243
Elderly & Adult Services Division, Manchester 668-2330
Human Services Division, Manchester 668-2330
Human Services Division, Nashua 883-7726
Human Rights Commission, Concord 271-2767
Insurance Department, Concord 800-852-3416
Milford Fish Hatchery 673-1416
Motor Vehicles Division, Concord 271-2371
Veterans Council, Manchester 624-9230
Vocational Rehabilitation, Manchester 669-8733
Nashua Regional Office, Nashua 889-6844
Water Pollution
Information 271-3503
Milford District, Milford 673-0405
Subsurface Disposal 271-3501
Laboratory 271-3445
Hazardous Waste Facility, Nashua 882-7211

http://www.state.nh.us/
http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/default.html
http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/ie/whosmyleg/
http://www.nh.gov/judiciary/courtlocations/index.htm

New Hampshire Taxes

NH Income Tax

  • There is no state income tax in New Hampshire.

  • If you live in the state but work in nearby Massachusetts or Maine, your income is taxed by the state in which you work.

NH Sales Tax

  • There is no general sales tax in New Hampshire.

NH Interest and Dividend Tax

  • A tax on income from interest and dividends exceeding $2400 annually ($4,800 jointly) is assessed at the rate of 5%.
  • Interest on bank savings in New Hampshire is not taxed.
  • Exemptions do apply:
    • $1200 for residents who are aged 65+
    • $1200 for residents who are blind; and
    • $1200 for disabled residents who cannot work, younger than 65

NH Inheritance and Estate Tax

  • Upon death, an 18% tax is assessed on both probate and non-probate assets, including those passed through trust.

NH Business Profits Tax

  • An 8.5% tax on income from in-state business is assessed.
  • Multi-state businesses have their income apportioned.  A weighted sales factor of 2 is used, as are payroll and property factors.
  • Unitary business will need to use combined reporting when filing their NH return.

NH Business Enterprise Tax

  • All compensation and interest, paid or accrued, as well as all dividends paid after special adjustments and apportionment is assessed a .75% tax.

NH Communication Services Tax

  • All two-way communication services are assessed a 7% tax

NH Electricity Consumption

  • A tax of $.00055 per kilowatt hour of electricity used is assessed on consumers.

NH Meals and Rentals Tax

  • On any room or meal costing at least $.36, and 8% tax is assessed.
  • Motor vehicle rentals are also assessed an 8% tax.

NH Tobacco Tax

  • Each pack of 20 cigarettes is assessed a $.52 tax, and packs of 25 cigarettes are assessed a $.65 tax.
  • Smokeless tobacco products are assessed a comparable tax rate.

NH Real Estate Transfer Tax

  • A tax of $.75 per $100 of the price (consideration) of the property is assessed.

NH State Education Property Tax

  • As of April 1, 2005, the tax is $3.33 per $1,000 of total equalized valuation.
  • This tax is assessed and collected by local municipalities.

NH Local Property Tax

  • Based upon assessed valuation.
  • Collected, assessed and levied by municipalities.
  • Exemptions, deferrals or credit may apply:
    • Elderly Exemption;
    • Tax Exemption for the Physically Handicapped;
    • Deferral for the Elderly and Disabled;
    • Veterans Tax Credit;
    • Blind Exemption; Disabled Exemption; and
    • Tax Exemption for Wind-powered, Solar and Wood-heating Energy Systems.

Other NH Taxes Include:

  • Timber Tax
  • Gravel Tax

http://www.state.nh.us/revenue/gti-rev.htm
http://www.state.nh.us/revenue/forms/index.htm
http://www.state.nh.us/revenue/property_tax/index.htm
http://www.nh.gov/residents/index.html/health.html

NH Liquor

In the state of New Hampshire, you must be 21 years of age to legally purchase or consume any alcoholic beverages. The state has generated a great deal of revenue from people in neighboring states visiting our state liquor stores, which are conveniently located throughout New Hampshire. Adding to the convenience, about half of the state liquor stores are even open on Sundays.

However, no beer or alcoholic beverages under 6% alcohol content are sold in New Hampshire state liquor stores. They are available at most grocery stores and convenience stores, which are usually open 7 days a week. These stores stop selling alcoholic beverages at 11:45 pm.

In addition, New Hampshire has many laws pertaining to underage drinking, including: retail compliance checks, keg registration, zero tolerance DWI laws for those under 21, and criminal sanctions for those who host underage drinking parties. Any adult who is found guilty of providing alcohol to minors is subject to a year in prison and a $2000 fine.

http://www.nh.gov/liquor/laws_licensing.shtml
http://www.nh.gov/liquor/products.shtml
http://www.nh.gov/liquor/stores.shtml
http://www.nh.gov/liquor/licensing.shtml

NH Education

School districts are administrated by local school boards which have the authority to make all necessary rules and regulations of the government, organization and grading in the school district. New Hampshire’s public school systems include elementary, middle, junior and senior high schools and vocational centers. Kindergarten programs are not mandated by the state; local school boards determine if a child must be 6 years old by September 30 of the current school term in order to enroll for first grade. However, there is some variation between school districts; therefore, checking with your district for the dates is important.

Elementary and secondary parochial school systems exist in the larger cities. Many private secular schools provide a fine alternative to the public school system. General information about schools can be obtained by contacting the Department of Education, State Office Park South, 101 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301, (603) 271-3494, http://www.state.nh.us/education/college.html.

Higher education is provided through the numerous fine colleges and universities throughout the state. Perhaps the most famous is Dartmouth College, located in Hanover on the western border of the state, minutes from Vermont. The University of New Hampshire has over 12,000 students at its campus located in the seacoast community of Durham. Several other public colleges provide a variety of educational opportunities. Private colleges include St. Anslem College in Manchester, New England College in Henniker, Colby-Sawyer College in New London and Rivier College in Nashua. Two-year, state-funded vocational colleges are conveniently located in major population centers.

http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/index.htm
http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/data/enrollment.htm
http://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/doe/Public.pdf

Shopping for a new school? Start in the Principal's office!

If you’re facing a move, looking for a new home for your family, you pick up the phone and call a rental agent or realtor. Whom do you call to locate the best school for your child? The principal of course.

The principal sets the tones for the school. Parents should feel welcome and sense warmth the minute they walk through the school door. Look beyond the test scores, while these numbers are important, scores alone do not measure how a school functions.

It is recommended that parents consider the following when searching for the best school for their child:

  1. Write or call the school districts in the area where you will be moving. Ask for a prospectus. This will describe the system’s educational goals, plus give all the statistics about the schools: how many students, average size of schools and classes, curricular opportunities. It will highlight what’s unique about the system, its strengths.
  2. Next, locate a few schools in the neighborhoods you like and where you can afford to live. Make appointments with the principals.
  3. Ask the principal for the name and phone number of a parent whose children are in the school now and for another whose children have graduated. Call them. Are they satisfied that the school serves the individual needs of their children? Were they involved and informed regarding their child’s progress or problems? How receptive or responsive are the principal and staff?
  4. Be observant during your school tours. Do you feel welcome? Do children seem well supervised and happy? Is the building pleasant? Are the walls of the school filled with artwork and projects produced by the students? Do children and teachers seem happy and friendly? Is there a sense of warmth? Would you like to spend several more hours in this school everyday?

This article was adapted from a similar publication of the National Association of Elementary School Principals in Alexandria, WA on June 22, 1990.

Private Schools - All Area Codes are 603

Andover Proctor Academy; Andover (9-12) 735-6212
Atkinson Hampstead Academy; 320 East Rd (pre-school, K – 8) 329-4406
Barrington The Good Shepherd School; 37 Province Ln (pre-school, K –12) 664-2742
Bedford Faith Christian School; 469 South River Rd (pre-school, K – 8) 622-1530
Kellogg Seventh Day Adventist; Back River Rd (1 – 4) 627-4678
Bethlehem The White Mountain School; West Farm Rd (9-12) 444-2928
Canaan Cardigan Mountain School; 62 Alumni Dr (6-9) 523-3548
Candia Jesse Remington School; 19 Stevens Ln (7 – 12) 483-5664
Concord Bishop Brady High School;25 Columbus Ave (9-12) 224-7418
St. Paul’s School; 325 Pleasant St (9-12) 229-4700
Derry/Londonderry Calvary Christian School; 145 Hampstead Rd (K – 12) 434-1501
Pinkerton Academy; Pinkerton Ave (9 – 12) 432-2588
St. Thomas Aquinas School; 3 Moody St (K – 8) 432-2712
Dover Portsmouth Christian Academy; 20 Seaborn Dr (pre-school, K – 12) 742-3617
St. Mary Academy; 222 Central Ave (pre-school, K – 8) 742-3299
St. Thomas Aquinas High School; 197 Dover Point (9 – 12) 742-3206
Dublin Dublin Christian Academy (Pre-school, K - 12) 563-8505
Dublin School (9 – 12) 563-8584
Mountain Shadows School (1 – 8) 563-8170
Epsom Pathfinder Academy; 59 Sawyer Ave (Pre-school, K – 8) 736-8555
Exeter Phillips Exeter Academy; 20 Main St (9 – 12) 777-3437
Goffstown First Baptist Church of Goffstown; Henry Bridge Rd (K – 8) 497-4432
Villa Augustina; 208 S. Mast Road (K – 8) 497-2361
Greenfield Crotched Mountain Preparatory School; One Vernery (K – 12) (800) 966-2672
Hampton Sacred Heart School; 289 Lafayette Rd (Pre-school, K – 8) 926-3254
Hancock Monadnock Area Cooperative School; 141 Forest Rd (K- 8) 525-9400
Hooksett Mont Blanc Academy; 1461 Hooksett Rd (Pre-school, K – 12) 669-5652
Hopkinton Hopkinton Independent School; 20 Beech Hill Rd (Pre-school, K – 8) 226-4662
Hudson Presentation of Mary Academy; 182 Lowell Rd (K – 8) 883-8192
Laconia Holy Trinity Catholic School; 50 Church St (K – 8) 524-3156
Litchfield St. Francis of Assisi School; 9 St. Francis Way (K – 6) 424-3312
Lyme Crossroads Academy; 59 Dartmouth College Hwy (K – 8) 795-3111
Manchester Derryfield School; 2108 North River Rd (7 – 12) 669-4524
Jolicoeur School; 555 Auburn St (1 – 12) 623-8863
St. Anthony School; 148 Belmont St (Catholic Readiness, K – 6) 622-0414
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