For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 837 students in Durham, NH.
The top ranked public high school in Durham, NH is Oyster River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Durham, NH public high school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in Durham have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public high schools.
Durham, NH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the New Hampshire average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Oyster River High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Hampshire or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Durham, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oyster River High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Grades: 9-13
| 837 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Durham, NH?
The top ranked public high schools in Durham, NH include Oyster River High School.
How many public high schools are located in Durham?
1 public high schools are located in Durham.
What is the racial composition of students in Durham?
Durham public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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