Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dunbarton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunbarton Elementary School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dunbarton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dunbarton Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
92%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunbarton Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbarton Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Dunbarton Elementary School often compared to?
Dunbarton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Dunbarton Elementary School?
236 students attend Dunbarton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dunbarton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dunbarton Elementary School?
Dunbarton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunbarton Elementary School offer ?
Dunbarton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dunbarton Elementary School part of?
Dunbarton Elementary School is part of Dunbarton School District.
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