Serving 203 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bristol 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristol Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bristol Elementary School's student population of 203 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
203 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bristol 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 Bristol Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#150 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
91%
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
37%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Elementary School's ranking?
Bristol Elementary School is ranked #150 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Bristol Elementary School?
203 students attend Bristol Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bristol Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bristol Elementary School?
Bristol Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bristol Elementary School offer ?
Bristol Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bristol Elementary School part of?
Bristol Elementary School is part of Newfound Area School District.
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