For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 897 students in 03458, NH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 03458, NH are Peterborough Elementary School and South Meadow School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 03458 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 03458, NH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03458, NH Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peterborough Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17 High St.
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 924-3828
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 924-3828
Gr: PK-4 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Meadow School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
108 Hancock Rd.
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 924-7105
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 924-7105
Gr: 5-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Lionheart Classical Academy Chartered Public School
Charter School
10 Sharon Road
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 602-1560
Peterborough, NH 03458
(603) 602-1560
Gr: K-7 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 03458, NH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 03458, NH include Peterborough Elementary School and South Meadow School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 03458?
3 public elementary schools are located in 03458.
What is the racial composition of students in 03458?
03458 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 19% (majority Hispanic).
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