Windham High School is a public high school in the town of Windham, New Hampshire. The high school was established in 2009, and the first graduating class was in 2012. It serves students from grades 9 to 12 and is part of School Administration Unit 95. The school is led by Principal Shannan McKenna.
Serving 992 students in grades 9-12, Windham 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 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Windham High School's student population of 992 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
30
School Motto
Academic Excellence and Personal Growth
School Mascot
The Jaguars
School Rankings
Windham High School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windham High School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#54 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
80%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windham High School's ranking?
Windham High School is ranked #54 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Windham High School often compared to?
Windham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Londonderry Senior High School, Pinkerton Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Windham High School?
The graduation rate of Windham High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Windham High School?
992 students attend Windham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Windham High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Windham High School?
Windham High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Windham High School offer ?
Windham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Windham High School part of?
Windham High School is part of Windham School District.
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