For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 483 students in Center Barnstead, NH.
The top ranked public school in Center Barnstead, NH is Barnstead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Center Barnstead, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Center Barnstead have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Center Barnstead, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barnstead Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
91 Maple St.
Center Barnstead, NH 03225
(603) 269-5161
Center Barnstead, NH 03225
(603) 269-5161
Grades: PK-8
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Center Barnstead, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Center Barnstead, NH include Barnstead Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Center Barnstead?
1 public schools are located in Center Barnstead.
What is the racial composition of students in Center Barnstead?
Center Barnstead public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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