Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Simonds Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simonds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Simonds Elementary School's student population of 168 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simonds Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simonds Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
98%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simonds Elementary School's ranking?
Simonds Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Simonds Elementary School?
168 students attend Simonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Simonds Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simonds Elementary School?
Simonds Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Simonds Elementary School offer ?
Simonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Simonds Elementary School part of?
Simonds Elementary School is part of Kearsarge Regional School District.
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