Rivendell Academy

2972 Route 25a
Orford, NH 03777
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 209 students in grades 6-12, Rivendell Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50% in NH)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Rivendell Academy's student population of 209 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Rivendell Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rivendell Academy is 0.19, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#110 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
42%
50-54%
51%
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
60-79%
88%
(22-23)
25.4%
24.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rivendell Academy's ranking?
Rivendell Academy is ranked #110 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rivendell Academy?
The graduation rate of Rivendell Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Rivendell Academy?
209 students attend Rivendell Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Rivendell Academy students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rivendell Academy?
Rivendell Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rivendell Academy offer ?
Rivendell Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rivendell Academy part of?
Rivendell Academy is part of Rivendell Interstate School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 209 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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