Windham High School is a public high school in the town of Windham, New Hampshire. The high school was established in 2009, and the first graduating class was in 2012. It serves students from grades 9 to 12 and is part of School Administration Unit 95. The school is led by Principal Shannan McKenna.
Serving 945 students in grades 9-12, Windham High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 945 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Windham High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Windham, NH, encompassing approximately 27.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Windham High School's student population of 945 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
945 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
Average Class Size
25 students
School Motto
Academic Excellence and Personal Growth
School Rankings
Windham 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 Windham High School is 0.38, which is more 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
#54 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
The Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windham High School's ranking?
Windham High School is ranked #54 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Windham High School often compared to?
Windham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Londonderry Senior High School, Pinkerton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Windham High School?
The graduation rate of Windham High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Windham High School?
945 students attend Windham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Windham High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windham High School?
Windham High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Windham High School offer ?
Windham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windham High School part of?
Windham High School is part of Windham School District.
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