Sarah Porter School

111 Village Rd.
Alstead, NH 03602
: 
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 19 students in grades 1-4, Sarah Porter 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : ≥50% (Top 50% in NH)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Sarah Porter School's student population of 19 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

The diversity score of Sarah Porter 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)
≥50%
42%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
≥50%
52%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

White
95%
82%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
5%
0.10

Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
15.8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Sarah Porter School often compared to?
Sarah Porter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Walpole School, Alstead Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Sarah Porter School?
19 students attend Sarah Porter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sarah Porter School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sarah Porter School?
Sarah Porter School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sarah Porter School offer ?
Sarah Porter School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarah Porter School part of?
Sarah Porter School is part of Fall Mountain Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 1-4
  • Enrollment: 19 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : ≥50% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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