Serving 68 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hancock Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hancock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hancock Elementary School's student population of 68 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hancock Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 456 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Elementary School's ranking?
Hancock Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hancock Elementary School often compared to?
Hancock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antrim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Hancock Elementary School?
68 students attend Hancock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hancock Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hancock Elementary School?
Hancock Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hancock Elementary School offer ?
Hancock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hancock Elementary School part of?
Hancock Elementary School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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