Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Symonds 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 60-64% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Symonds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Symonds Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Symonds 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 Symonds Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#69 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
85%
83%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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 Symonds Elementary School's ranking?
Symonds Elementary School is ranked #69 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Symonds Elementary School often compared to?
Symonds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Symonds Elementary School?
308 students attend Symonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Symonds Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Symonds Elementary School?
Symonds Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Symonds Elementary School offer ?
Symonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Symonds Elementary School part of?
Symonds Elementary School is part of Keene School District.
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