Serving 195 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lyme Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyme Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyme Elementary School's student population of 195 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Lyme Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyme Elementary School 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
#17 out of 455 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lyme Elementary School's ranking?
Lyme Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Lyme Elementary School often compared to?
Lyme Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice A. Ray School, Hanover Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Lyme Elementary School?
195 students attend Lyme Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lyme Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyme Elementary School?
Lyme Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lyme Elementary School offer ?
Lyme Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lyme Elementary School part of?
Lyme Elementary School is part of Lyme School District.
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