Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swasey Central School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Swasey Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Exeter school district, covering approximately 17 square miles. Most residents are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swasey Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Swasey Central School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Swasey Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swasey 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
#27 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-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 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 26-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 Swasey Central School's ranking?
Swasey Central School is ranked #27 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Swasey Central School often compared to?
Swasey Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Elementary School, Epping Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Swasey Central School?
282 students attend Swasey Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Swasey Central School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swasey Central School?
Swasey Central School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Swasey Central School offer ?
Swasey Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swasey Central School part of?
Swasey Central School is part of Brentwood School District.
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