Serving 323 students in grades 1-5, Sandown North Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandown North Elementary School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandown North Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandown North Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandown North Elementary School's ranking?
Sandown North Elementary School is ranked #228 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Sandown North Elementary School?
323 students attend Sandown North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sandown North Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandown North Elementary School?
Sandown North Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sandown North Elementary School offer ?
Sandown North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Sandown North Elementary School part of?
Sandown North Elementary School is part of Timberlane Regional School District.
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