Sandwich Central School

28 Squam Lake Rd.
Center Sandwich, NH 03227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 85 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sandwich Central School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50% in NH
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Sandwich Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Sandwich Central School's student population of 85 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Sandwich Central 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 Sandwich Central School is 0.10, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#214 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
60-69%
42%
30-39%
51%
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
(22-23)
20%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sandwich Central School's ranking?
Sandwich Central School is ranked #214 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Sandwich Central School often compared to?
Sandwich Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearsarge Reg. Elem. School At New London, Thornton Central School, Sunapee Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Sandwich Central School?
85 students attend Sandwich Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sandwich Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandwich Central School?
Sandwich Central School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sandwich Central School offer ?
Sandwich Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandwich Central School part of?
Sandwich Central School is part of Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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