Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sunapee Central School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunapee Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sunapee school district, covering approximately 25.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunapee Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunapee Central School's student population of 168 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to become lifelong learners
School Rankings
Sunapee Central School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunapee Central School is 0.15, 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
#46 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunapee Central School's ranking?
Sunapee Central School is ranked #46 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Sunapee Central School often compared to?
Sunapee Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearsarge Reg. Elem. School At New London, Sandwich Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Sunapee Central School?
168 students attend Sunapee Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Sunapee Central School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunapee Central School?
Sunapee Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunapee Central School offer ?
Sunapee Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunapee Central School part of?
Sunapee Central School is part of Sunapee School District.
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