Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jaffrey Grade School ranks in the top 30% 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jaffrey Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Jaffrey Grade School's student population of 284 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
35 teachers
School Rankings
Jaffrey Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jaffrey Grade School is 0.24, 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
#100 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
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 Jaffrey Grade School's ranking?
Jaffrey Grade School is ranked #100 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Jaffrey Grade School often compared to?
Jaffrey Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fuller Elementary School, Rindge Memorial 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 40% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Jaffrey Grade School?
284 students attend Jaffrey Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jaffrey Grade 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 grades does Jaffrey Grade School offer ?
Jaffrey Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jaffrey Grade School part of?
Jaffrey Grade School is part of Jaffrey-Rindge Cooperative School District.
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