Peterborough Elementary School serves 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
Peterborough Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peterborough Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peterborough Elementary School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peterborough Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Peterborough Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#87 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterborough Elementary School's ranking?
Peterborough Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 456 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Peterborough Elementary School?
271 students attend Peterborough Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Peterborough Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peterborough Elementary School?
Peterborough Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peterborough Elementary School offer ?
Peterborough Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Peterborough Elementary School part of?
Peterborough Elementary School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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