Inter-Lakes Middle High School is a combined middle school and high school in Meredith, New Hampshire. The school serves the towns of Meredith, Center Harbor, and Sandwich.
Serving 284 students in grades 9-13, Inter-lakes High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Inter-lakes High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Inter-lakes High School's student population of 284 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Inter-lakes High School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Inter-lakes High School is 0.15, 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
#146 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
92%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Inter-lakes High School's ranking?
Inter-lakes High School is ranked #146 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Inter-lakes High School often compared to?
Inter-lakes High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilford High School, Laconia High School, Belmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Inter-lakes High School?
The graduation rate of Inter-lakes High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Inter-lakes High School?
284 students attend Inter-lakes High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Inter-lakes High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inter-lakes High School?
Inter-lakes High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Inter-lakes High School offer ?
Inter-lakes High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inter-lakes High School part of?
Inter-lakes High School is part of Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District.
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