Exeter High School is a public high school in Exeter, New Hampshire, in the United States. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 who reside in the towns of Exeter, Stratham, Kensington, Newfields, Brentwood, and East Kingston, New Hampshire. Exeter High School is ranked 9th within New Hampshire.
Serving 1,380 students in grades 9-12, Exeter High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 10% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exeter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Exeter High School's student population of 1,380 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
School Rankings
Exeter 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 Exeter High School is 0.19, which is less 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
#84 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Blue Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exeter High School's ranking?
Exeter High School is ranked #84 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Exeter High School often compared to?
Exeter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth High School, Winnacunnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Exeter High School?
The graduation rate of Exeter High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Exeter High School?
1,380 students attend Exeter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Exeter High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Exeter High School?
Exeter High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Exeter High School offer ?
Exeter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Exeter High School part of?
Exeter High School is part of Exeter Region Cooperative School District.
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