Serving 152 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Holderness Central School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority 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: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holderness Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Holderness Central School's student population of 152 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holderness Central 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 Holderness Central School is 0.12, 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
#42 out of 457 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
94%
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
13%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holderness Central School's ranking?
Holderness Central School is ranked #42 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Holderness Central School often compared to?
Holderness Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Elementary School, Ashland Elementary School, Thornton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Holderness Central School?
152 students attend Holderness Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Holderness Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holderness Central School?
Holderness Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Holderness Central School offer ?
Holderness Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Holderness Central School part of?
Holderness Central School is part of Holderness School District.
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