Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dr. L. F. Soule 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. L. F. Soule School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. L. F. Soule School's student population of 270 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. L. F. Soule 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 Dr. L. F. Soule School is 0.45, which is more 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
#218 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
16%
8%
White
72%
82%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. L. F. Soule School's ranking?
Dr. L. F. Soule School is ranked #218 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Dr. L. F. Soule School often compared to?
Dr. L. F. Soule Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Golden Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Dr. L. F. Soule School?
270 students attend Dr. L. F. Soule School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dr. L. F. Soule School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. L. F. Soule School?
Dr. L. F. Soule School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr. L. F. Soule School offer ?
Dr. L. F. Soule School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. L. F. Soule School part of?
Dr. L. F. Soule School is part of Salem School District.
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