Serving 683 students in grades 9-12, Hanover High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanover High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Hanover High School's student population of 683 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hanover High School ranks within the top 5% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanover High School is 0.38, 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
#6 out of 457 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
78%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
1%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover High School's ranking?
Hanover High School is ranked #6 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hanover High School often compared to?
Hanover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lebanon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanover High School?
The graduation rate of Hanover High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hanover High School?
683 students attend Hanover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hanover High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hanover High School?
Hanover High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hanover High School offer ?
Hanover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hanover High School part of?
Hanover High School is part of Dresden School District.
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