For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,415 students in Exeter, NH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH are Swasey Central School, Kensington Elementary School and Lincoln Street Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Exeter, NH (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swasey Central School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
355 Middle Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Kensington Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
122 Amesbury Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Gr: PK-5 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Street Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25 Lincoln St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Gr: 3-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Great Bay Charter School (M)
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Gr: 3-8 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
40 Main St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8946
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8946
Gr: PK-2 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Exeter, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) (Closed 2025)
Charter School
2 Holland Way
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Gr: K-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) (Closed 2026)
Charter School
2 Holland Way
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
13 School St
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Gr: PK | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH include Swasey Central School, Kensington Elementary School and Lincoln Street Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Exeter?
6 public elementary schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Exeter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Exeter include: Swasey Central School vs. Kensington Elementary School, Kensington Elementary School vs. Swasey Central School
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