Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lancaster 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 23% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancaster Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lancaster Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Lancaster 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 Lancaster Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#402 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
92%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster Elementary School's ranking?
Lancaster Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Lancaster Elementary School often compared to?
Lancaster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whitefield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Lancaster Elementary School?
322 students attend Lancaster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lancaster Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster Elementary School?
Lancaster Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lancaster Elementary School offer ?
Lancaster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lancaster Elementary School part of?
Lancaster Elementary School is part of White Mountains Regional School District.
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