Serving 216 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gathering Waters Charter School (E) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower 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 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gathering Waters Charter School (E)'s student population of 216 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gathering Waters Charter School (E) is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gathering Waters Charter School (E)'s ranking?
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) is ranked #294 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% 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 Gathering Waters Charter School (E)?
216 students attend Gathering Waters Charter School (E).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gathering Waters Charter School (E) students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gathering Waters Charter School (E)?
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gathering Waters Charter School (E) offer ?
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gathering Waters Charter School (E) part of?
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) is part of Gathering Waters Charter School District.
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