Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Durham Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Durham Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Durham Elementary School's student population of 144 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, with the support of each child's family and community...
School Rankings
New Durham Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Durham Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#110 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 New Durham Elementary School's ranking?
New Durham Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend New Durham Elementary School?
144 students attend New Durham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of New Durham Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Durham Elementary School?
New Durham Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Durham Elementary School offer ?
New Durham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Durham Elementary School part of?
New Durham Elementary School is part of Governor Wentworth Regional School District.
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