Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alton Central School Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton Central School Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alton Central School Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Central School Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
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
15%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Central School Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Central School Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Alton Central School Elementary School?
407 students attend Alton Central School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alton Central School Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alton Central School Elementary School?
Alton Central School Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alton Central School Elementary School offer ?
Alton Central School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Central School Elementary School part of?
Alton Central School Elementary School is part of Alton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Yes I think this is one of the best school's I've heard about.
The school is just such a happy place to learn in and basically grow up in.
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