Oyster River High School

55 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 837 students in grades 9-13, Oyster River High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 837 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : 97% (Top 5% in NH)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oyster River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

School Overview

Oyster River High School's student population of 837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers

School Rankings

Oyster River High School ranks within the top 10% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oyster River High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NH)
#36 out of 457 schools
(Top 10%)
60-64%
40%
75-79%
51%
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oyster River High School's ranking?
Oyster River High School is ranked #36 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Oyster River High School often compared to?
Oyster River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover Senior High School, Coe-brown Northwood Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oyster River High School?
The graduation rate of Oyster River High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oyster River High School?
837 students attend Oyster River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oyster River High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oyster River High School?
Oyster River High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oyster River High School offer ?
Oyster River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oyster River High School part of?
Oyster River High School is part of Oyster River Coop School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 837 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : 97% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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