Serving 90 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canterbury Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Canterbury Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Canterbury, NH, covering approximately 76.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canterbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Canterbury Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging All Learners To Succeed In Their Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
Canterbury Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canterbury 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
#56 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue-ribbon School
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canterbury Elementary School's ranking?
Canterbury Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Canterbury Elementary School often compared to?
Canterbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Canterbury Elementary School?
90 students attend Canterbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Canterbury Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canterbury Elementary School?
Canterbury Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canterbury Elementary School offer ?
Canterbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canterbury Elementary School part of?
Canterbury Elementary School is part of Shaker Regional School District.
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