Serving 211 students in grades 1-5, Florence Rideout Elementary 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Florence Rideout Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Wilton, NH school district, encompassing approximately 56 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence Rideout Elementary School's student population of 211 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Rideout 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 Florence Rideout Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#177 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
93%
82%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Rideout Elementary School's ranking?
Florence Rideout Elementary School is ranked #177 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Florence Rideout Elementary School often compared to?
Florence Rideout Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mont Vernon Village School, Boynton Middle School, Heron Pond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Florence Rideout Elementary School?
211 students attend Florence Rideout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Florence Rideout Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence Rideout Elementary School?
Florence Rideout Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Florence Rideout Elementary School offer ?
Florence Rideout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence Rideout Elementary School part of?
Florence Rideout Elementary School is part of Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative School District.
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