Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cornish Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cornish Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cornish Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornish Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#251 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
99%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornish Elementary School's ranking?
Cornish Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Cornish Elementary School often compared to?
Cornish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plainfield Elementary School, Grantham Village 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 40% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Cornish Elementary School?
124 students attend Cornish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cornish Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cornish Elementary School?
Cornish Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornish Elementary School offer ?
Cornish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Cornish Elementary School part of?
Cornish Elementary School is part of Cornish School District.
School Reviews
5 9/1/2008
Great teachers! Very caring, Wonderful community! Very Strong PTO
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