Serving 292 students in grades 5-8, Indian River 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 31% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian River School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Canaan, NH, encompassing approximately 209 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge located 14.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian River School's student population of 292 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Indian River 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 Indian River School is 0.08, 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
#338 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian River School's ranking?
Indian River School is ranked #338 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Indian River School often compared to?
Indian River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mascoma Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Indian River School?
292 students attend Indian River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Indian River School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian River School?
Indian River School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian River School offer ?
Indian River School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian River School part of?
Indian River School is part of Mascoma Valley Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Indian River, is the greatest school I've been too. I miss everyone there, and wish I never moved to Florida. The schools here, are just horrible.
3 10/10/2025
I go to this school and it is alright, Just a normal school.
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