Winnacunnet High School is an American public high school in Hampton, New Hampshire. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 who live in Hampton, Seabrook, North Hampton, South Hampton, and Hampton Falls. Students from South Hampton attend either Amesbury High School or Winnacunnet High School.
Serving 1,054 students in grades 9-13, Winnacunnet High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,054 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winnacunnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Winnacunnet High School's student population of 1,054 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,054 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Red, White, and Royal Blue
School Rankings
Winnacunnet High School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winnacunnet High School is 0.10, 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
#163 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Warrior
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winnacunnet High School's ranking?
Winnacunnet High School is ranked #163 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Winnacunnet High School often compared to?
Winnacunnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portsmouth High School, Exeter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winnacunnet High School?
The graduation rate of Winnacunnet High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Winnacunnet High School?
1,054 students attend Winnacunnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Winnacunnet High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winnacunnet High School?
Winnacunnet High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Winnacunnet High School offer ?
Winnacunnet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winnacunnet High School part of?
Winnacunnet High School is part of Winnacunnet Cooperative School District.
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