Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dunbarton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunbarton Elementary School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Dunbarton, NH, encompassing approximately 31.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dunbarton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dunbarton Elementary School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Dunbarton Elementary 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 Dunbarton Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#157 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
92%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
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 2010–2024. View full 25-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 Dunbarton Elementary School's ranking?
Dunbarton Elementary School is ranked #157 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Dunbarton Elementary School often compared to?
Dunbarton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bow 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 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Dunbarton Elementary School?
234 students attend Dunbarton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dunbarton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunbarton Elementary School?
Dunbarton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dunbarton Elementary School offer ?
Dunbarton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunbarton Elementary School part of?
Dunbarton Elementary School is part of Dunbarton School District.
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