Serving 1,447 students in grades 9-12, Exeter 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 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Exeter High School's student population of 1,447 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Exeter High School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exeter High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
93%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter High School's ranking?
Exeter High School is ranked #67 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Exeter High School often compared to?
Exeter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth High School, Winnacunnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Exeter High School?
The graduation rate of Exeter High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Exeter High School?
1,447 students attend Exeter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Exeter High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exeter High School?
Exeter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Exeter High School offer ?
Exeter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Exeter High School part of?
Exeter High School is part of Exeter Region Cooperative School District.
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