Serving 132 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Simonds Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than 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 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simonds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Simonds Elementary School's student population of 132 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Simonds 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 Simonds Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#240 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Kearsarge Regional School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simonds Elementary School's ranking?
Simonds Elementary School is ranked #240 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Simonds Elementary School?
132 students attend Simonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Simonds Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simonds Elementary School?
Simonds Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Simonds Elementary School offer ?
Simonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simonds Elementary School part of?
Simonds Elementary School is part of Kearsarge Regional School District.
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