Serving 183 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Carpenter School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carpenter School's student population of 183 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carpenter 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 Carpenter School is 0.15, 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
#130 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
92%
82%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Carpenter School's ranking?
Carpenter School is ranked #130 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?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Carpenter School?
183 students attend Carpenter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Carpenter School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carpenter School?
Carpenter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carpenter School offer ?
Carpenter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carpenter School part of?
Carpenter School is part of Governor Wentworth Regional School District.
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