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#189 of 480 schools in NH

Top 39% in state

Sanborn Regional High School

High School · Sanborn Regional School District

17 Danville Rd., Kingston, NH 03848

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#189 of 480

In Kingston

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Sanborn Regional School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sanborn Regional High School

6.7/10

High School in Kingston · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.0/10

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About Sanborn Regional High School

Sanborn Regional High School is a public high school in Kingston, NH, part of Sanborn Regional School District. Sanborn Regional High School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanborn Regional High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Sanborn Regional High School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NH schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • NH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sanborn Regional High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness7.5Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation7.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,820
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Sanborn Regional High School — Students at Sanborn Regional High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Sanborn Regional High School Compares

See how Sanborn Regional High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
61th percentile in NH
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
7.9% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

17 Danville Rd., Kingston, NH 03848

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sanborn Regional High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Swasey Central School (rated 8.5/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Helen R Donaghue School (rated 7.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Merrimac), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Atkinson Academy (rated 7.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Atkinson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Sanborn Regional Middle School Kingston 0.0 mi 6.0
Daniel J. Bakie School Kingston 2.1 mi 5.5
Memorial School Newton 3.3 mi 5.8
SEACOAST LEARNING COLLABORATIVE Newton 3.4 mi 6.5
Danville Elementary School Danville 2.8 mi 6.8
Swasey Central School Brentwood 5.0 mi 8.5
Pollard Elementary School Plaistow 5.5 mi 5.8
Timberlane Regional High School Plaistow 5.3 mi 6.9
East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston 4.1 mi 6.8
Timberlane Regional Middle School Plaistow 5.4 mi 5.1
HAMPSTEAD ACADEMY Hampstead 4.9 mi 6.5
LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow 6.0 mi
Ellis School Fremont 5.8 mi 6.5
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac 5.8 mi 6.5
BUILDING BLOCK COMMONS Exeter 5.3 mi 6.6
A PLACE TO GROW Brentwood 7.0 mi
Atkinson Academy Atkinson 6.2 mi 7.4
MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac 6.7 mi
Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac 6.8 mi 7.9
Hampstead Middle School Hampstead 5.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03848 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,665

Median Home Value

$442,400

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Population

6,261

College Educated

35%

Homeownership

79.3%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

52.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Concord, NH 6.7
Kennett High School North Conway, NH 6.8
Prospect Mountain High School Alton, NH 6.8
Hillsboro-Deering High School Hillsborough, NH 6.6
Pelham High School Pelham, NH 6.6
Stevens High School Claremont, NH 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sanborn Regional High School

What grades does Sanborn Regional High School serve?

Sanborn Regional High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Sanborn Regional High School?

Sanborn Regional High School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanborn Regional High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sanborn Regional High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sanborn Regional High School rank in NH?

Sanborn Regional High School ranks #189 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Sanborn Regional High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sanborn Regional High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sanborn Regional High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanborn Regional High School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sanborn Regional High School a charter school?

No, Sanborn Regional High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sanborn Regional High School a Title I school?

No, Sanborn Regional High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanborn Regional High School?

6.5% of students at Sanborn Regional High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Sanborn Regional School District
District Enrollment
1,353
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,820
District Rank
#1 of 4

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