Serving 1,154 students in grades 9-12, Merrimack High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merrimack High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Merrimack High School's student population of 1,154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merrimack High School ranks within the top 30% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrimack High School is 0.21, 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
#99 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
89%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
86%
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimack High School's ranking?
Merrimack High School is ranked #99 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merrimack High School?
The graduation rate of Merrimack High School is 85%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Merrimack High School?
1,154 students attend Merrimack High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Merrimack High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrimack High School?
Merrimack High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrimack High School offer ?
Merrimack High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Merrimack High School part of?
Merrimack High School is part of Merrimack School District.
School Reviews
1 5/20/2020
Thank you for the 4 years I''ll never get back, you worthless pricks!
5 11/4/2007
This is an awesome school and I really enjoy going here. This school is much more productive htan the middle school. It gets tasks done a lot faster and the teachers comunicate with the parents immediately to imorm them of my grades with are surprisingly not failing this year. This is an excellent school.
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