Best Schools in Windham, New Hampshire
6 schools · 3 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Windham?
Use this page to compare every school in Windham by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Windham Center School
Middle · Windham School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Windham Middle School
Middle · Windham School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Windham High School
High · Windham School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Windham for 2026 are Windham Center School (7.5/10), Windham Middle School (7.2/10), and Windham High School (7.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$684,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
5 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$684,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +12.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Windham schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Windham
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windham Center School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Windham Middle School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Windham High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Golden Brook Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Windham Academy Public Charter School | 6.5 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $189,450
- Median home value
- $684,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 66%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 96%
60% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Windham compares
New Hampshire rank
#17 of 74
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above New Hampshire avg (6.3)
Median household income
$189k
195% of New Hampshire median
Schools in this city
5
Windham School District runs 80% of Windham's public schools
Windham touches 2 districts, but Windham School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Windham School District accounts for 4 of 5 public schools (80%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 5 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.5 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Windham, not a citywide average.
- Windham School District4 public · 80%
- Windham Academy Public Charter School1 public · 20%
About Schools in Windham, New Hampshire
Windham, New Hampshire is home to 6 schools, including 5 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.0 out of 10, schools in Windham perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Windham is Windham Center School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Windham is served by 2 school districts: Windham Academy Public Charter School, Windham School District. These districts collectively serve 3,371 students.
Windham's community shows 66% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $189,450. The poverty rate in the area is 2.2%.
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.
Elementary Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,144 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 369 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Crossing Life AcademyPrivate 18 students · Kindergarten–4th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 433 students · 5th–6th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 425 students · 7th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 992 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Windham
Windham, New Hampshire · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$189,450
Median Home Value
$684,700
Median Rent
$3,226/mo
Population
15,922
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
96%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Community Profile
Windham has a median household income of $189,450. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $684,700, with a median rent of $3,226/month. The local poverty rate of 2.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Hampshire
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Windham, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Windham, New Hampshire?
Windham has 6 schools, including 5 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Windham, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Windham is 7.0 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 Windham, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Windham on MySchoolScout is Windham Center School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Windham, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Windham on MySchoolScout is Golden Brook Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Windham, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked middle school in Windham on MySchoolScout is Windham Center School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Windham, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked high school in Windham on MySchoolScout is Windham High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Windham, New Hampshire?
Windham is served by 2 school districts: Windham Academy Public Charter School, Windham School District.
What is the education level in Windham, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 66% of adults in Windham have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Windham, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Windham is approximately $189,450 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Windham, New Hampshire?
Yes, Windham has 1 private school alongside 5 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Windham, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Windham is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Windham, 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.