Serving 629 students in grades 5-8, Oyster River Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oyster River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oyster River Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oyster River Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oyster River Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
85%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oyster River Middle School's ranking?
Oyster River Middle School is ranked #78 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Oyster River Middle School often compared to?
Oyster River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rochester Middle School, Dover Middle School, Barrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Oyster River Middle School?
629 students attend Oyster River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Oyster River Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oyster River Middle School?
Oyster River Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oyster River Middle School offer ?
Oyster River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Oyster River Middle School part of?
Oyster River Middle School is part of Oyster River Coop School District.
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