Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chichester Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chichester Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Chichester Central School's student population of 197 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chichester Central 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 Chichester Central School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chichester Central School's ranking?
Chichester Central School is ranked #151 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Chichester Central School often compared to?
Chichester Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epsom Central School, Andover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Chichester Central School?
197 students attend Chichester Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chichester Central School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chichester Central School?
Chichester Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chichester Central School offer ?
Chichester Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Chichester Central School part of?
Chichester Central School is part of Chichester School District.
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