Serving 42 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Francestown Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francestown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Francestown Elementary School's student population of 42 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Francestown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francestown Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#27 out of 457 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
100%
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
12%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francestown Elementary School's ranking?
Francestown Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Francestown Elementary School?
42 students attend Francestown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Francestown Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Francestown Elementary School?
Francestown Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Francestown Elementary School offer ?
Francestown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Francestown Elementary School part of?
Francestown Elementary School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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