For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,440 students in 03824, NH (there are 1 private school, serving 62 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 03824, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03824, NH are Oyster River High School and Oyster River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03824 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03824, NH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03824, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oyster River High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
55 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Gr: 9-12 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Oyster River Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Gr: 5-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
55 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2375
Gr: PK | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03824, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03824, NH include Oyster River High School and Oyster River Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 03824?
3 public schools are located in 03824.
What percentage of students in 03824 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 03824 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03824?
03824 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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