Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newmarket Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newmarket Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Newmarket, NH, covering approximately 14.2 square miles. The zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to its edges and a maximum of 3.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newmarket Elementary School's student population of 474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Newmarket Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newmarket Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#115 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newmarket Elementary School's ranking?
Newmarket Elementary School is ranked #115 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newmarket Elementary School?
474 students attend Newmarket Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Newmarket Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newmarket Elementary School?
Newmarket Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newmarket Elementary School offer ?
Newmarket Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newmarket Elementary School part of?
Newmarket Elementary School is part of Newmarket School District.
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