For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 3,375 students in 03833, NH (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,663 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 03833, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public schools in 03833, NH are Swasey Central School, Virtual Learning Academy (E) and Exeter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03833 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03833, NH have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03833, NH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swasey Central School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
355 Middle Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Grades: PK-5
| 295 students
Rank: #22.
Virtual Learning Academy (E)
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Grades: K-8
| 127 students
Rank: #33.
Exeter High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Blue Hawk Dr.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8400
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,380 students
Rank: #44.
Kensington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
122 Amesbury Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Grades: PK-5
| 143 students
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Street Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Lincoln St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Grades: 3-5
| 417 students
Rank: #66.
Virtual Learning Academy (H)
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 407 students
Rank: #77.
Great Bay Charter School (H)
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Grades: 9-12
| 92 students
Rank: #88.
Great Bay Charter School (M)
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Grades: 5-8
| 42 students
Rank: n/an/a
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E)
Charter School
2 Holland Way
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Grades: K-8
| 66 students
Rank: n/an/a
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H)
Charter School
2 Holland Way
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
03833, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
13 School St
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Grades: PK
| 17 students
Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 03833, NH?
The top ranked public schools in 03833, NH include Swasey Central School, Virtual Learning Academy (E) and Exeter High School.
How many public schools are located in 03833?
11 public schools are located in 03833.
What percentage of students in 03833 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 03833 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03833?
03833 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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