For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,191 students in 03276, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 286 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 03276, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03276, NH are Southwick School, Winnisquam Regional Middle School and Winnisquam Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03276 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03276, NH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03276, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southwick School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Zion Hill Rd.
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-3611
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-3611
Gr: K-4 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Winnisquam Regional Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
76 Winter St.
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-7143
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-7143
Gr: 5-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Winnisquam Regional High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
435 W. Main St.
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4531
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4531
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Compass Classical Academy Charter School (E)
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5 Elm Street
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 729-3370
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 729-3370
Gr: PK-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Compass Classical Academy Charter School (H)
Charter School
5 Elm Street
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 729-3370
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 729-3370
Gr: 9-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
435 W. Main Street
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4531
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4531
Gr: PK | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
03276, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5 Elm St.
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4332
Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 286-4332
Gr: PK-2 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03276, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03276, NH include Southwick School, Winnisquam Regional Middle School and Winnisquam Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in 03276?
6 public schools are located in 03276.
What percentage of students in 03276 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 03276 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03276?
03276 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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