Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Henry W. Moore School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than 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 13% 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-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry W. Moore School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Candia, NH, encompassing approximately 30.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry W. Moore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry W. Moore School's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Moore School is a model school for personalizing learning for every student.
School Rankings
Henry W. Moore School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry W. Moore School is 0.24, 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
#77 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry W. Moore School's ranking?
Henry W. Moore School is ranked #77 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henry W. Moore School often compared to?
Henry W. Moore Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epping Middle School, Greenland Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henry W. Moore School?
272 students attend Henry W. Moore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Henry W. Moore School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry W. Moore School?
Henry W. Moore School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry W. Moore School offer ?
Henry W. Moore School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry W. Moore School part of?
Henry W. Moore School is part of Candia School District.
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