Serving 120 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Effingham Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Effingham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Effingham Elementary School's student population of 120 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Effingham Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Effingham 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
#142 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Governor Wentworth Regional School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Effingham Elementary School's ranking?
Effingham Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Effingham Elementary School often compared to?
Effingham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freedom Elementary School, Ossipee Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Effingham Elementary School?
120 students attend Effingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Effingham Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Effingham Elementary School?
Effingham Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Effingham Elementary School offer ?
Effingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Effingham Elementary School part of?
Effingham Elementary School is part of Governor Wentworth Regional School District.
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