Oyster River Middle School

1 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
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%
  • : Top 10% in NH
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • 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
Reading/Language Arts 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)
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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#45 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
68%
42%
69%
51%
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
82%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
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 Rochester Middle School, Dover 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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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 585 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 10%)
  • : 69% (Top 20%)
  • : 62% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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