Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Epsom 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 46% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Epsom Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Epsom Central School's student population of 370 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Epsom Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Epsom Central School is 0.10, 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
#151 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
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
17%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Epsom Central School's ranking?
Epsom Central School is ranked #151 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Epsom Central School often compared to?
Epsom Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chichester Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Epsom Central School?
370 students attend Epsom Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Epsom Central School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Epsom Central School?
Epsom Central School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Epsom Central School offer ?
Epsom Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Epsom Central School part of?
Epsom Central School is part of Epsom School District.
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