Serving 33 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Waterville Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 12% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Waterville Valley Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 64.5 square miles in Waterville Valley, NH. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waterville Valley Elementary 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
Waterville Valley Elementary School's student population of 33 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterville Valley Elementary 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 Waterville Valley Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#56 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterville Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Waterville Valley Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Waterville Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Waterville Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Hampton Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Waterville Valley Elementary School?
33 students attend Waterville Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Waterville Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waterville Valley Elementary School?
Waterville Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterville Valley Elementary School offer ?
Waterville Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterville Valley Elementary School part of?
Waterville Valley Elementary School is part of Waterville Valley School District.
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