Serving 127 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Groveton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Groveton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Groveton Elementary School's student population of 127 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Groveton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Groveton Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#406 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
98%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Groveton Elementary School's ranking?
Groveton Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Groveton Elementary School?
127 students attend Groveton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Groveton Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Groveton Elementary School?
Groveton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Groveton Elementary School offer ?
Groveton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Groveton Elementary School part of?
Groveton Elementary School is part of Northumberland School District.
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