For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 400 students in 03870, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 162 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 03870, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public schools in 03870, NH are Rye Elementary School and Rye Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03870 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03870, NH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03870, NH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rye Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
461 Sagamore Rd.
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 436-4731
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 436-4731
Grades: PK-4
| 209 students
Rank: #22.
Rye Junior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
501 Washington Rd.
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 964-5591
Rye, NH 03870
(603) 964-5591
Grades: 5-8
| 191 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 03870, NH?
The top ranked public schools in 03870, NH include Rye Elementary School and Rye Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 03870?
2 public schools are located in 03870.
What percentage of students in 03870 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 03870 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03870?
03870 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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