Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Street School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elm Street School's student population of 259 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring success with every student, every day, in every way.
School Rankings
Elm Street School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elm Street School is 0.20, 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
#265 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
89%
82%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elm Street School's ranking?
Elm Street School is ranked #265 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Elm Street School?
259 students attend Elm Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elm Street School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm Street School?
Elm Street School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elm Street School offer ?
Elm Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Street School part of?
Elm Street School is part of Laconia School District.
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