Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hampstead Central School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampstead Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hampstead Central School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampstead Central School ranks within the top 30% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampstead Central School is 0.13, 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
#99 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
93%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
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 Hampstead Central School's ranking?
Hampstead Central School is ranked #99 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hampstead Central School often compared to?
Hampstead Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester Academy 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Hampstead Central School?
448 students attend Hampstead Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hampstead Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampstead Central School?
Hampstead Central School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampstead Central School offer ?
Hampstead Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Hampstead Central School part of?
Hampstead Central School is part of Hampstead School District.
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