Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Symonds Elementary School ranks in the top 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 higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Symonds Elementary School's student population of 287 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Symonds 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 Symonds Elementary School is 0.31, which is more 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
#206 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
83%
83%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Symonds Elementary School's ranking?
Symonds Elementary School is ranked #206 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Symonds Elementary School often compared to?
Symonds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Symonds Elementary School?
287 students attend Symonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Symonds Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Symonds Elementary School?
Symonds Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Symonds Elementary School offer ?
Symonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Symonds Elementary School part of?
Symonds Elementary School is part of Keene School District.
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