Serving 509 students in grades 1-5, Matthew Thornton 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 49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Matthew Thornton Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Matthew Thornton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Matthew Thornton Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#157 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
88%
83%
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
10%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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 Matthew Thornton Elementary School's ranking?
Matthew Thornton Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Matthew Thornton Elementary School often compared to?
Matthew Thornton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Academy, North Londonderry Elementary School, South Londonderry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Matthew Thornton Elementary School?
509 students attend Matthew Thornton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Matthew Thornton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matthew Thornton Elementary School?
Matthew Thornton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Matthew Thornton Elementary School offer ?
Matthew Thornton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Matthew Thornton Elementary School part of?
Matthew Thornton Elementary School is part of Londonderry School District.
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