Serving 361 students in grades 9-12, Belmont High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Belmont High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Belmont, NH, covering approximately 76.7 square miles. Parents can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belmont High School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belmont High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belmont High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Red Raiders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belmont High School's ranking?
Belmont High School is ranked #294 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Belmont High School often compared to?
Belmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Belmont High School?
The graduation rate of Belmont High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Belmont High School?
361 students attend Belmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Belmont High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belmont High School?
Belmont High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Belmont High School offer ?
Belmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belmont High School part of?
Belmont High School is part of Shaker Regional School District.
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