Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Peterborough Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peterborough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Peterborough Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peterborough Elementary 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 Peterborough Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#89 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
95%
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
20%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterborough Elementary School's ranking?
Peterborough Elementary School is ranked #89 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Peterborough Elementary School?
238 students attend Peterborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Peterborough Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peterborough Elementary School?
Peterborough Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peterborough Elementary School offer ?
Peterborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Peterborough Elementary School part of?
Peterborough Elementary School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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