Serving 101 students in grades 2-4, North Walpole School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 2-4
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Walpole School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
North Walpole School's student population of 101 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Walpole 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 North Walpole 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
#57 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
94%
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
20%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Walpole School's ranking?
North Walpole School is ranked #57 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend North Walpole School?
101 students attend North Walpole School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Walpole School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Walpole School?
North Walpole School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Walpole School offer ?
North Walpole School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is North Walpole School part of?
North Walpole School is part of Fall Mountain Regional School District.
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