Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Cooperative Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cooperative Middle School's student population of 923 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Blue Hawk
School Rankings
Cooperative Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cooperative Middle School is 0.21, which is less 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
#117 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
89%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cooperative Middle School's ranking?
Cooperative Middle School is ranked #117 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Cooperative Middle School often compared to?
Cooperative Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rye Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Cooperative Middle School?
923 students attend Cooperative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cooperative Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cooperative Middle School?
Cooperative Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cooperative Middle School offer ?
Cooperative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cooperative Middle School part of?
Cooperative Middle School is part of Exeter Region Cooperative School District.
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