Serving 339 students in grades 5-8, South Meadow School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Meadow School's student population of 339 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Meadow School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Meadow School is 0.12, 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
#320 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
94%
83%
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%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 South Meadow School's ranking?
South Meadow School is ranked #320 out of 456 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend South Meadow School?
339 students attend South Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Meadow School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Meadow School?
South Meadow School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does South Meadow School offer ?
South Meadow School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is South Meadow School part of?
South Meadow School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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