For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 585 students in Durham, NH.
The top-ranked public middle school in Durham, NH is Oyster River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Durham, NH public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New Hampshire public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Durham have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public middle school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Durham, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oyster River Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Gr: 5-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Durham, NH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Durham, NH include Oyster River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Durham?
1 public middle schools are located in Durham.
What is the racial composition of students in Durham?
Durham public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public middle schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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