Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alton Central School Elementary 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 24% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alton Central School Elementary School's student population of 418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Alton Central School Elementary 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 Alton Central School Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alton Central School Elementary School's ranking?
Alton Central School Elementary School is ranked #370 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Alton Central School Elementary School?
418 students attend Alton Central School Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alton Central School Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alton Central School Elementary School?
Alton Central School Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Alton Central School Elementary School offer ?
Alton Central School Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alton Central School Elementary School part of?
Alton Central School Elementary School is part of Alton School District.
School Reviews
5 1/5/2021
I have 3 young kids in this school. This is now our 3rd year with ACS and I cannot say enough good things about it. Every teacher we've had the pleasure of working with has been incredible. It's clear to me that they love what they're doing and that greatly reflects the way the kids learn from them. It's a warm and inviting place to grow and learn, and I feel so fortunate that my kids get to be a part of it.
5 3/5/2015
Yes I think this is one of the best school's I've heard about.
The school is just such a happy place to learn in and basically grow up in.
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