Souhegan Cooperative High School is a Coalition of Essential Schools high school located in Amherst, New Hampshire, in the United States. Students from Amherst and Mont Vernon attend Souhegan for 9th through 12th grades. There are about 750 students.
Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Souhegan Coop High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Souhegan Coop High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amherst, NH, covering approximately 51.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge located 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Souhegan Coop High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Souhegan Coop High School's student population of 696 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 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Souhegan Coop High School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Souhegan Coop High School is 0.21, 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
#65 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
89%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sabers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Souhegan Coop High School's ranking?
Souhegan Coop High School is ranked #65 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Souhegan Coop High School?
The graduation rate of Souhegan Coop High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Souhegan Coop High School?
696 students attend Souhegan Coop High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Souhegan Coop High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Souhegan Coop High School?
Souhegan Coop High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Souhegan Coop High School offer ?
Souhegan Coop High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Souhegan Coop High School part of?
Souhegan Coop High School is part of Souhegan Cooperative School District.
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