Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Paul A. Smith School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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-3
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul A. Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Paul A. Smith School's student population of 261 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paul A. Smith 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 Paul A. Smith 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
#451 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 Paul A. Smith School's ranking?
Paul A. Smith School is ranked #451 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Paul A. Smith School?
261 students attend Paul A. Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Paul A. Smith School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul A. Smith School?
Paul A. Smith School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paul A. Smith School offer ?
Paul A. Smith School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul A. Smith School part of?
Paul A. Smith School is part of Franklin School District.
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