Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Strafford School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Strafford School's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Spartans!
School Rankings
Strafford School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Strafford School is 0.04, 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
#337 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
98%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Strafford School's ranking?
Strafford School is ranked #337 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Strafford School?
376 students attend Strafford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Strafford School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Strafford School?
Strafford School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Strafford School offer ?
Strafford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Strafford School part of?
Strafford School is part of Strafford School District.
In what neighborhood is Strafford School located?
Strafford School is located in the Center Strafford neighborhood of Strafford, NH.
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