Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunapee Central School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunapee Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Sunapee Central School's student population of 159 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunapee Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunapee Central School is 0.19, 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
#85 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
90%
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
25%
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 Sunapee Central School's ranking?
Sunapee Central School is ranked #85 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Sunapee Central School often compared to?
Sunapee Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearsarge Reg. Elem. School At New London, Sandwich Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Sunapee Central School?
159 students attend Sunapee Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sunapee Central School students are White, 6% 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 Sunapee Central School?
Sunapee Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunapee Central School offer ?
Sunapee Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sunapee Central School part of?
Sunapee Central School is part of Sunapee School District.
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