Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Greenland Central School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than 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 9% 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: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Greenland Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Greenland Central School's student population of 371 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greenland Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greenland Central School is 0.17, 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
#78 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
91%
83%
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
2%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greenland Central School's ranking?
Greenland Central School is ranked #78 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Greenland Central School often compared to?
Greenland Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epping Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Greenland Central School?
371 students attend Greenland Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Greenland Central School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greenland Central School?
Greenland Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Greenland Central School offer ?
Greenland Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Greenland Central School part of?
Greenland Central School is part of Greenland School District.
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