Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newington Public School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newington Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Newington Public School's student population of 48 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Newington Public School ranks within the top 10% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newington Public School is 0.11, 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
#38 out of 457 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
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 Newington Public School's ranking?
Newington Public School is ranked #38 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newington Public School?
48 students attend Newington Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Newington Public School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newington Public School?
Newington Public School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newington Public School offer ?
Newington Public School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newington Public School part of?
Newington Public School is part of Newington School District.
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