Serving 33 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maude H. Trefethen School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Maude H. Trefethen School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of New Castle, NH, covering approximately 2.3 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maude H. Trefethen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Maude H. Trefethen School's student population of 33 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maude H. Trefethen 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 Maude H. Trefethen School is 0.17, 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
#72 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
4%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Islanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maude H. Trefethen School's ranking?
Maude H. Trefethen School is ranked #72 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Maude H. Trefethen School often compared to?
Maude H. Trefethen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Regional School, Bernice A. Ray School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Maude H. Trefethen School?
33 students attend Maude H. Trefethen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maude H. Trefethen School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maude H. Trefethen School?
Maude H. Trefethen School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maude H. Trefethen School offer ?
Maude H. Trefethen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maude H. Trefethen School part of?
Maude H. Trefethen School is part of New Castle School District.
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