Sanbornton Central School serves 167 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Sanbornton Central School placed in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanbornton Central School's student population of 167 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
167 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sanbornton Central School is ranked within the top 30% 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 Sanbornton Central School is 0.19, 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
#130 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
1%
7%

Black
1%
2%

White
90%
83%

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
25%
18%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sanbornton Central School's ranking?
Sanbornton Central School is ranked #130 out of 456 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Sanbornton Central School?
167 students attend Sanbornton Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Sanbornton Central School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanbornton Central School?
Sanbornton Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sanbornton Central School offer ?
Sanbornton Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sanbornton Central School part of?
Sanbornton Central School is part of Winnisquam Regional School District.
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