Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Thorntons Ferry School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thorntons Ferry School's student population of 531 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thorntons Ferry School ranks within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorntons Ferry School is 0.24, 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
#206 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
87%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorntons Ferry School's ranking?
Thorntons Ferry School is ranked #206 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Thorntons Ferry School often compared to?
Thorntons Ferry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacques Memorial Elementary School, Gate City Charter School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Thorntons Ferry School?
531 students attend Thorntons Ferry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Thorntons Ferry School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorntons Ferry School?
Thorntons Ferry School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thorntons Ferry School offer ?
Thorntons Ferry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Thorntons Ferry School part of?
Thorntons Ferry School is part of Merrimack School District.
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