Best Schools in Orford, New Hampshire
1 schools · 1 High
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Rivendell Academy
High · Rivendell Interstate School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$261,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$261,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orford
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rivendell Academy | 7.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $85,938
- Median home value
- $261,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 42%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orford compares
Median household income
$86k
89% of New Hampshire median
About Schools in Orford, New Hampshire
Orford, New Hampshire is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Orford perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Orford is Rivendell Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orford is served by 1 school district: Rivendell Interstate School District. These districts collectively serve 414 students.
Orford's community shows 42% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,938. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 234 students · 6th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Orford
Orford, New Hampshire · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,938
Median Home Value
$261,700
Median Rent
$1,605/mo
Population
1,289
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Orford has a median household income of $85,938. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $261,700, with a median rent of $1,605/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Orford, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Orford, New Hampshire?
Orford has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orford, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orford is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Orford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Orford on MySchoolScout is Rivendell Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Orford, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked high school in Orford on MySchoolScout is Rivendell Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Orford, New Hampshire?
Orford is served by 1 school district: Rivendell Interstate School District.
What is the education level in Orford, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 42% of adults in Orford have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orford, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Orford is approximately $85,938 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orford, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orford is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orford, New Hampshire?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.