Serving 585 students in grades 5-8, Oyster River Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oyster River Middle School serves the entire district of Durham, NH, covering an area of approximately 57.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oyster River Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oyster River Middle School's student population of 585 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oyster River Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oyster River Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oyster River Middle School's ranking?
Oyster River Middle School is ranked #45 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Oyster River Middle School often compared to?
Oyster River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover Middle School, Rochester Middle School, Barrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Oyster River Middle School?
585 students attend Oyster River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oyster River Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oyster River Middle School?
Oyster River Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oyster River Middle School offer ?
Oyster River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oyster River Middle School part of?
Oyster River Middle School is part of Oyster River Coop School District.
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