For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,828 students in Exeter, NH.
The top-ranked public high schools in Exeter, NH are Exeter High School, Virtual Learning Academy (H) and Great Bay Charter School (H). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 62% statewide average). High schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public high schools.
Exeter, NH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the New Hampshire average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Exeter High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Hampshire or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Exeter, NH (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Exeter High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Blue Hawk Dr
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8400
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Virtual Learning Academy (H)
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19 Hampton Rd, Building B Suit
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Great Bay Charter School (H)
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Gr: 9-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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 high schools in Exeter, NH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Exeter, NH include Exeter High School, Virtual Learning Academy (H) and Great Bay Charter School (H).
How many public high schools are located in Exeter?
3 public high schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Exeter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Exeter include: Great Bay Charter School (H) vs. Virtual Learning Academy (H), Virtual Learning Academy (H) vs. Great Bay Charter School (H)
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