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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandwich Central School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Center Sandwich, NH, encompassing approximately 165 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 18.5 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-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 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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