Vilas Elementary School

82 Mechanic St.
Alstead, NH 03602
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 94 students in grades 5-8, Vilas Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 94 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50% in NH
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Vilas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

School Overview

Vilas Elementary School's student population of 94 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Sep 6, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

School Rankings

Vilas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vilas Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NH)
#197 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
35-39%
42%
55-59%
51%
40-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.10
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vilas Elementary School's ranking?
Vilas Elementary School is ranked #197 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Vilas Elementary School?
94 students attend Vilas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Vilas Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vilas Elementary School?
Vilas Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vilas Elementary School offer ?
Vilas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vilas Elementary School part of?
Vilas Elementary School is part of Fall Mountain Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 94 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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