For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 272 students in Candia, NH (there are 2 private schools, serving 58 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Candia, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Candia, NH is Henry W. Moore School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Candia, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Candia have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Candia, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Henry W. Moore School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12 Deerfield Rd.
Candia, NH 03034
(603) 483-2251
Candia, NH 03034
(603) 483-2251
Gr: K-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Candia, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Candia, NH include Henry W. Moore School.
How many public schools are located in Candia?
1 public schools are located in Candia.
What percentage of students in Candia go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Candia are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Candia?
Candia public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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