For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 270 students in Candia, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 50 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Candia, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public school in Candia, NH is Henry W. Moore School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Candia, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Candia have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Candia, NH (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry W. Moore School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12 Deerfield Rd.
Candia, NH 03034
(603) 483-2251
Candia, NH 03034
(603) 483-2251
Gr: K-8 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Candia, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Candia, NH include Henry W. Moore School.
How many public schools are located in Candia?
1 public schools are located in Candia.
What percentage of students in Candia go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Candia are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Candia?
Candia public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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