Serving 247 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William E. Lancaster School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William E. Lancaster School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William E. Lancaster School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William E. Lancaster 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 William E. Lancaster School is 0.29, 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
#194 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
84%
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
20%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William E. Lancaster School's ranking?
William E. Lancaster School is ranked #194 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are William E. Lancaster School often compared to?
William E. Lancaster Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary A. Fisk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend William E. Lancaster School?
247 students attend William E. Lancaster School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of William E. Lancaster School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William E. Lancaster School?
William E. Lancaster School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does William E. Lancaster School offer ?
William E. Lancaster School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is William E. Lancaster School part of?
William E. Lancaster School is part of Salem School District.
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