Serving 322 students in grades 1-5, Sandown North Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandown North Elementary School serves the northwest part of Sandown, NH, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes from most locations within the zone, which extends up to 5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandown North Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 23-year historical data
School Rankings
Sandown North Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandown North Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#182 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
89%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandown North Elementary School's ranking?
Sandown North Elementary School is ranked #182 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Sandown North Elementary School?
322 students attend Sandown North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sandown North Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Sandown North Elementary School offer ?
Sandown North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandown North Elementary School part of?
Sandown North Elementary School is part of Timberlane Regional School District.
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