Serving 115 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newfields Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Newfields Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newfields, NH, covering approximately 7.3 square miles. The zone typically requires a 5-10 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to its boundaries, extending up to 3.7 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newfields Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newfields Elementary School's student population of 115 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Newfields Elementary School, serving Newfields, NH since 1907.
School Rankings
Newfields Elementary 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 Newfields Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#87 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (06-07)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfields Elementary School's ranking?
Newfields Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newfields Elementary School?
115 students attend Newfields Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Newfields Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newfields Elementary School?
Newfields Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newfields Elementary School offer ?
Newfields Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newfields Elementary School part of?
Newfields Elementary School is part of Newfields School District.
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