Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alton Central School Elementary 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 24% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alton Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Alton, NH, encompassing approximately 83.2 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary extending up to 13.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton Central School Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alton Central School Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alton Central School Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Central School Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Central School Elementary School is ranked #370 out of 455 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Alton Central School Elementary School?
407 students attend Alton Central School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alton Central School Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alton Central School Elementary School?
Alton Central School Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alton Central School Elementary School offer ?
Alton Central School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Central School Elementary School part of?
Alton Central School Elementary School is part of Alton School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Yes I think this is one of the best school's I've heard about.
The school is just such a happy place to learn in and basically grow up in.
5 10/10/2025
I have 3 young kids in this school. This is now our 3rd year with ACS and I cannot say enough good things about it. Every teacher we've had the pleasure of working with has been incredible. It's clear to me that they love what they're doing and that greatly reflects the way the kids learn from them. It's a warm and inviting place to grow and learn, and I feel so fortunate that my kids get to be a part of it.
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