Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Southwick School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southwick School's student population of 251 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southwick 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 Southwick School is 0.29, 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
#297 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
82%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwick School's ranking?
Southwick School is ranked #297 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Southwick School?
251 students attend Southwick School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Southwick School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwick School?
Southwick School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southwick School offer ?
Southwick School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwick School part of?
Southwick School is part of Winnisquam Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwick School located?
Southwick School is located in the Tilton Northfield neighborhood of Tilton, NH. There are 2 other public schools located in Tilton Northfield.
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