For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 618 students in Durham, NH.
The top ranked public middle 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 middle school have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New Hampshire public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Durham have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New Hampshire public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Hampshire public middle school average of 15% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Durham, NH (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oyster River Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Coe Dr.
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-2155
Gr: 5-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Durham, NH?
The top ranked public middle schools in Durham, NH include Oyster River Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Durham?
1 public middle schools are located in Durham.
What is the racial composition of students in Durham?
Durham public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Hampshire public middle schools average of 15% (majority Hispanic).
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