Clark-wilkins School

80 Boston Post Rd.
Amherst, NH 03031
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 676 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Clark-wilkins School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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-4
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10% in NH
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : Clark-Wilkins School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amherst, NH, covering an area of approximately 34.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Clark-wilkins School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Clark-wilkins School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers

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School Rankings

Clark-wilkins School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clark-wilkins School is 0.26, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#41 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

76%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

65%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Asian
1%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Hispanic
6%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Black
1%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

White
86%
82%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
14%
0.26

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

(22-23)
10.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clark-wilkins School's ranking?
Clark-wilkins School is ranked #41 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Clark-wilkins School often compared to?
Clark-wilkins Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mont Vernon Village School, Nottingham West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Clark-wilkins School?
676 students attend Clark-wilkins School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clark-wilkins School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Clark-wilkins School?
Clark-wilkins School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clark-wilkins School offer ?
Clark-wilkins School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clark-wilkins School part of?
Clark-wilkins School is part of Amherst School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 76% (Top 5%)
  • : 65% (Top 20%)
  • : Clark-Wilkins School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amherst, NH, covering an area of approximately 34.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 6.8 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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