Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Temple Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 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 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Temple Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Temple Elementary School's student population of 44 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Temple Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Temple Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Temple Elementary School's ranking?
Temple Elementary School is ranked #133 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Temple Elementary School?
44 students attend Temple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Temple Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Temple Elementary School?
Temple Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Temple Elementary School offer ?
Temple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Temple Elementary School part of?
Temple Elementary School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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