Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dunbarton Elementary 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 15:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbarton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dunbarton Elementary School's student population of 255 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbarton 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 Dunbarton Elementary School is 0.15, 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)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
92%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
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 Dunbarton Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbarton Elementary School is ranked #151 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Dunbarton Elementary School often compared to?
Dunbarton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow 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 Dunbarton Elementary School?
255 students attend Dunbarton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dunbarton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbarton Elementary School?
Dunbarton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunbarton Elementary School offer ?
Dunbarton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dunbarton Elementary School part of?
Dunbarton Elementary School is part of Dunbarton School District.
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