Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chichester Central School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chichester Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Chichester Central School's student population of 188 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Chichester 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 Chichester Central 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
#213 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Chichester Central School's ranking?
Chichester Central School is ranked #213 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Chichester Central School often compared to?
Chichester Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epsom Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Chichester Central School?
188 students attend Chichester Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Chichester Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chichester Central School?
Chichester Central School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Chichester Central School offer ?
Chichester Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chichester Central School part of?
Chichester Central School is part of Chichester School District.
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