For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 870 students in 03042, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 122 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 03042, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03042, NH are Epping Elementary School, Epping High School and Epping Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03042 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03042, NH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03042, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Epping Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17 Prospect St.
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-8018
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-8018
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Epping High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21 Academy St.
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-5472
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-5472
Gr: 9-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Epping Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
33 Prescott Rd.
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-2544
Epping, NH 03042
(603) 679-2544
Gr: 6-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03042, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03042, NH include Epping Elementary School, Epping High School and Epping Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 03042?
3 public schools are located in 03042.
What percentage of students in 03042 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 03042 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03042?
03042 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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