For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 270 students in 03862, NH (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 03862, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public school in 03862, NH is North Hampton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 03862 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03862, NH have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03862, NH Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Hampton School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Atlantic Ave.
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 964-5501
North Hampton, NH 03862
(603) 964-5501
Grades: PK-8
| 270 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 03862, NH?
The top ranked public schools in 03862, NH include North Hampton School.
How many public schools are located in 03862?
1 public schools are located in 03862.
What percentage of students in 03862 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 03862 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03862?
03862 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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