Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swasey Central School ranks in the top 5% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swasey 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
School Overview
Swasey Central School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swasey Central School ranks within the top 5% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swasey Central School is 0.15, 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
#20 out of 457 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
92%
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
7%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swasey Central School's ranking?
Swasey Central School is ranked #20 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Swasey Central School often compared to?
Swasey Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Elementary School, Epping Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Swasey Central School?
293 students attend Swasey Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Swasey Central School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swasey Central School?
Swasey Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Swasey Central School offer ?
Swasey Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Swasey Central School part of?
Swasey Central School is part of Brentwood School District.
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