For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,812 students in 03246, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 295 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 03246, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public schools in 03246, NH are Pleasant Street School, Elm Street School and Laconia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03246 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03246, NH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03246, NH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
350 Pleasant St.
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-2168
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-2168
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #22.
Elm Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
478 Elm St.
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-4113
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-4113
Grades: PK-5
| 271 students
Rank: #33.
Laconia High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
345 Union Ave.
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-3350
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-3350
Grades: 9-13
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Woodland Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 Winter St. Ext.
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-8733
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-8733
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #55.
Laconia Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
150 Mcgrath St.
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-4632
Laconia, NH 03246
(603) 524-4632
Grades: 6-8
| 397 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 03246, NH?
The top ranked public schools in 03246, NH include Pleasant Street School, Elm Street School and Laconia High School.
How many public schools are located in 03246?
5 public schools are located in 03246.
What percentage of students in 03246 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 03246 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03246?
03246 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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