Serving 181 students in grades 4-6, Crescent Lake 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Crescent Lake School serves the southern part of Wolfeboro, NH, covering an attendance area of approximately 89.6 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crescent Lake School's student population of 181 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crescent Lake School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crescent Lake School is 0.17, 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
#155 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Crescent Lake School's ranking?
Crescent Lake School is ranked #155 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Crescent Lake School?
181 students attend Crescent Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Crescent Lake School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crescent Lake School?
Crescent Lake School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Crescent Lake School offer ?
Crescent Lake School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crescent Lake School part of?
Crescent Lake School is part of Governor Wentworth Regional School District.
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