Serving 248 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chesterfield Central School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesterfield Central School's student population of 248 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chesterfield Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chesterfield Central School is 0.12, 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
#157 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Chesterfield Central School's ranking?
Chesterfield Central School is ranked #157 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Chesterfield Central School often compared to?
Chesterfield Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoreland School, Symonds Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Chesterfield Central School?
248 students attend Chesterfield Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Chesterfield Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chesterfield Central School?
Chesterfield Central School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chesterfield Central School offer ?
Chesterfield Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chesterfield Central School part of?
Chesterfield Central School is part of Chesterfield School District.
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