For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 618 students in Durham, NH.
The top ranked public elementary school in Durham, NH is Oyster River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Durham, NH public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Durham have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Durham, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oyster River Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Grades: 5-8
| 618 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Durham, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Durham, NH include Oyster River Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Durham?
1 public elementary schools are located in Durham.
What is the racial composition of students in Durham?
Durham public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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