Pelham High School is a high school in Pelham, New Hampshire. It is part of School Administrative Unit 28, and is administered by the Pelham School District. During the 2016–17 school year, it had 655 students.
Serving 556 students in grades 9-12, Pelham High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pelham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pelham High School's student population of 556 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1974
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Education is a pathway to productive and socially responsible citizenship.'
School Rankings
Pelham High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pelham High School is 0.29, 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
#282 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Python
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pelham High School's ranking?
Pelham High School is ranked #282 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Pelham High School often compared to?
Pelham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Science And Design Charter (H), Alvirne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pelham High School?
The graduation rate of Pelham High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pelham High School?
556 students attend Pelham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pelham High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pelham High School?
Pelham High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pelham High School offer ?
Pelham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pelham High School part of?
Pelham High School is part of Pelham School District.
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