For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 195 students in Lyme, NH (there are , serving 128 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Lyme, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public school in Lyme, NH is Lyme Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lyme, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Lyme have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lyme, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyme Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 Union Street
Lyme, NH 03768
(603) 795-2125
Lyme, NH 03768
(603) 795-2125
Grades: K-8
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lyme, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Lyme, NH include Lyme Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Lyme?
1 public schools are located in Lyme.
What percentage of students in Lyme go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Lyme are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lyme?
Lyme public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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