For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 196 students in 03602, NH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 03602, NH are Alstead Primary School, Sarah Porter School and Vilas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 03602 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 03602, NH have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03602, NH Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alstead Primary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
58 Mechanic St.
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-2482
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-2482
Gr: PK-4 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Sarah Porter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
111 Village Rd.
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-2260
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-2260
Gr: 1-4 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Vilas Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
82 Mechanic St.
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-6351
Alstead, NH 03602
(603) 835-6351
Gr: 5-8 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 03602, NH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 03602, NH include Alstead Primary School, Sarah Porter School and Vilas Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 03602?
3 public elementary schools are located in 03602.
What is the racial composition of students in 03602?
03602 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.