Concord High School is a public high school in Concord, New Hampshire, in the United States.
Serving 1,447 students in grades 9-13, Concord 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 28% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Concord High School's student population of 1,447 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1846
Colors
Crimson, White
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Concord 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 Concord High School is 0.34, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
81%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tidy The Duck
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord High School's ranking?
Concord High School is ranked #278 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Concord High School often compared to?
Concord High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coe-brown Northwood Academy, Bow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Concord High School?
The graduation rate of Concord High School is 84%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Concord High School?
1,447 students attend Concord High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Concord High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Concord High School?
Concord High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Concord High School offer ?
Concord High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Concord High School part of?
Concord High School is part of Concord School District.
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