Serving 69 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Alstead Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alstead Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alstead Primary School's student population of 69 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alstead Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alstead Primary School is 0.19, 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
#102 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
90%
82%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Alstead Primary School's ranking?
Alstead Primary School is ranked #102 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Alstead Primary School?
69 students attend Alstead Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Alstead Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alstead Primary School?
Alstead Primary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alstead Primary School offer ?
Alstead Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alstead Primary School part of?
Alstead Primary School is part of Fall Mountain Regional School District.
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