For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,414 students in Exeter, NH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH are Swasey Central School, Virtual Learning Academy (E) and Kensington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Exeter, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Exeter have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools in Exeter, NH (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swasey Central School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
355 Middle Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 642-3487
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Virtual Learning Academy (E)
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Gr: K-8 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Kensington Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
122 Amesbury Rd.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-5705
Gr: PK-5 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Street Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25 Lincoln St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8860
Gr: 3-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Great Bay Charter School (M)
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 519-9003
Gr: 5-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
40 Main St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8946
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 775-8946
Gr: PK-2 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Exeter, New Hampshire ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2 Holland Way
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 316-6951
Gr: K-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
13 School St
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-0178
Gr: PK | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Virtual Learning Academy Charter School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 778-2500
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Exeter, NH include Swasey Central School, Virtual Learning Academy (E) and Kensington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Exeter?
6 public elementary schools are located in Exeter.
What is the racial composition of students in Exeter?
Exeter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Exeter are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Exeter include: Swasey Central School vs. Kensington Elementary School, Kensington Elementary School vs. Swasey Central School
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