Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Daniel J. Bakie School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Attendance Zone: The Daniel J. Bakie School serves the northern part of Kingston, NH, encompassing an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.9 miles and the furthest point approximately 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daniel J. Bakie School's student population of 269 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Daniel J. Bakie 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Daniel J. Bakie School often compared to?
Daniel J. Bakie Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Daniel J. Bakie School?
269 students attend Daniel J. Bakie School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Daniel J. Bakie School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniel J. Bakie School?
Daniel J. Bakie School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Daniel J. Bakie School offer ?
Daniel J. Bakie School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniel J. Bakie School part of?
Daniel J. Bakie School is part of Sanborn Regional School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I do not recomend this school. The academic programs are not very good due to the teachers. Not one of the after school activities has to do with something besides school.
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