For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 150 students in Holderness, NH (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Holderness, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public school in Holderness, NH is Holderness Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holderness, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Holderness have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Holderness, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holderness Central School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
19 School Rd.
Holderness, NH 03245
(603) 536-2538
Holderness, NH 03245
(603) 536-2538
Gr: K-8 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Holderness, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Holderness, NH include Holderness Central School.
How many public schools are located in Holderness?
1 public schools are located in Holderness.
What percentage of students in Holderness go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Holderness are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Holderness?
Holderness public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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