Serving 459 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, New Boston Central School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than 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-6
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Boston Central 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
New Boston Central School's student population of 459 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
A Special Place to Learn and Grow
School Rankings
New Boston Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Boston Central School is 0.21, 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
#39 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
89%
82%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Boston Central School's ranking?
New Boston Central School is ranked #39 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend New Boston Central School?
459 students attend New Boston Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New Boston Central School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Boston Central School?
New Boston Central School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Boston Central School offer ?
New Boston Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Boston Central School part of?
New Boston Central School is part of New Boston School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Back to School
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
TENTATIVE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 16, 2027 (Wednesday)
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