Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William E. Lancaster School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William E. Lancaster School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
William E. Lancaster School's student population of 298 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
School Motto
鈥淓mpowering students for success!鈥
School Rankings
William E. Lancaster 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 William E. Lancaster School is 0.39, which is more 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
#124 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
77%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 William E. Lancaster School's ranking?
William E. Lancaster School is ranked #124 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are William E. Lancaster School often compared to?
William E. Lancaster Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary A. Fisk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend William E. Lancaster School?
298 students attend William E. Lancaster School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of William E. Lancaster School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William E. Lancaster School?
William E. Lancaster School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does William E. Lancaster School offer ?
William E. Lancaster School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William E. Lancaster School part of?
William E. Lancaster School is part of Salem School District.
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