For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,443 students in 03281, NH (there are 1 private school, serving 21 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 03281, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03281, NH are John Stark Regional High School, Center Woods School and Weare Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03281 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03281, NH have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03281, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Stark Regional High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
618 N Stark Hwy
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-7675
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-7675
Gr: 9-12 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Center Woods School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14 Center Rd.
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-4500
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-4500
Gr: PK-3 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Weare Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16 East Rd.
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-7555
Weare, NH 03281
(603) 529-7555
Gr: 4-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03281, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03281, NH include John Stark Regional High School, Center Woods School and Weare Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 03281?
3 public schools are located in 03281.
What percentage of students in 03281 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 03281 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03281?
03281 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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