For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 691 students in Amherst, NH.
The top-ranked public high school in Amherst, NH is Souhegan Coop High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, NH public high school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public high schools.
Amherst, NH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the New Hampshire average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Souhegan Coop High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Hampshire or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Amherst, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Souhegan Coop High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
412 Boston Post Rd.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-9940
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-9940
Gr: 9-12 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Amherst, New Hampshire 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Foundry St.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-2343
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-2343
Gr: K-1 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Amherst, NH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Amherst, NH include Souhegan Coop High School.
How many public high schools are located in Amherst?
1 public high schools are located in Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst?
Amherst public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public high schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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