John Stark Regional High School is a coeducational regional public high school in Weare, New Hampshire serving the communities of Weare and Henniker, New Hampshire. It is part of School Administrative Unit 24, and is administered by the John Stark School District.
Serving 612 students in grades 9-12, John Stark Regional 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Stark Regional High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Weare, NH, covering approximately 104.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Stark Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John Stark Regional High School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Stark Regional 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 John Stark Regional High School is 0.15, 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
#269 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Scarlet
School Mascot
Generals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Stark Regional High School's ranking?
John Stark Regional High School is ranked #269 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are John Stark Regional High School often compared to?
John Stark Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro-deering High School, Goffstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Stark Regional High School?
The graduation rate of John Stark Regional High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend John Stark Regional High School?
612 students attend John Stark Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of John Stark Regional High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Stark Regional High School?
John Stark Regional High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Stark Regional High School offer ?
John Stark Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Stark Regional High School part of?
John Stark Regional High School is part of John Stark Regional School District.
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