Serving 294 students in grades 5-8, Indian River 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 31% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Indian River School's student population of 294 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Indian River 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 Indian River School is 0.08, 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
#338 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian River School's ranking?
Indian River School is ranked #338 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Indian River School often compared to?
Indian River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mascoma Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Indian River School?
294 students attend Indian River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Indian River School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian River School?
Indian River School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Indian River School offer ?
Indian River School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian River School part of?
Indian River School is part of Mascoma Valley Regional School District.
School Reviews
3 11/2/2017
I go to this school and it is alright, Just a normal school.
5 5/31/2010
Indian River, is the greatest school I've been too. I miss everyone there, and wish I never moved to Florida. The schools here, are just horrible.
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