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Conval Regional High School

Summary:

Conval Regional High School is a public high school located in Peterborough, New Hampshire, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 683. The school is part of the Contoocook Valley School District, which is ranked 94 out of 163 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Academically, Gathering Waters Charter School, a smaller public charter school in the area, has outperformed Conval Regional High School on several measures, including higher proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and science. Conval Regional High School has had mixed performance on standardized tests, with proficiency rates below the state average in mathematics but above in reading. The school's science proficiency rates have also been below the state average. Additionally, the school's ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 18th out of 81 high schools in 2017-2018 to 47th out of 85 high schools in 2022-2023, indicating inconsistent performance.

When looking at specific student subgroups, Conval Regional High School has shown some differences, with the school's ranking for male students being lower than for female students in recent years. The school's ranking for special education students has also been relatively low, suggesting an area for improvement. Conval Regional High School has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 13.65% to 23.16% in recent years, which is lower than some of the nearby schools, such as Keene High School and Monadnock Regional High School.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 184 Hancock Rd.
       Peterborough, NH  03458-2196

(603) 924-3869

District: Contoocook Valley School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
38th of 87 New Hampshire High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $20,952 Help


Feeder schools for Conval Regional High School:

Elementary:    Antrim Elementary School
    Dublin Consolidated School
    Francestown Elementary School
    Greenfield Elementary School
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Middle:    Great Brook School
    South Meadow School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  654

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.3%
Hispanic:
2.1%
Two or more races:
1.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  16.7% Help


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Compare Details Conval Regional High School ranks better than 56.3% of high schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 49.86. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.3%), Hispanic (2.1%), two or more races (1.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 16.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Conval Regional High School is 11.5. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Conval Regional High School is $20,952.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Conval Regional High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Conval Regional High School 38th of 87 New Hampshire public high schools. (See Conval Regional High School in the ranking list.)

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Contoocook Valley School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Contoocook Valley School District 94th of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Conval Regional High School

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Rank History for all students at Conval Regional High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 58.44 29th 79 63.3%
2010 64.54 25th 81 69.1%
2011 42.00 50th 81 38.3%
2012 44.91 51st 83 38.6%
2013 57.86 31st 83 62.7%
2014 40.14 60th 85 29.4%
2015 50.25 38th 77 50.6%
2016 58.89 31st 84 63.1%
2017 63.40 27th 82 67.1%
2018 71.67 18th 81 77.8%
2021 42.51 47th 84 44.0%
2022 60.47 23rd 85 72.9%
2023 40.45 47th 85 44.7%
2024 49.86 38th 87 56.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Conval Regional High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 33.75 17th 21 19.0%
2019 39.44 20th 31 35.5%
2021 11.77 13th 14 7.1%
2022 34.70 22nd 32 31.3%
2023 60.07 12th 29 58.6%
2024 38.29 21st 32 34.4%
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Rank History for Female students at Conval Regional High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 83.16 6th 60 90.0%
2019 44.92 31st 63 50.8%
2021 45.41 28th 59 52.5%
2022 51.12 35th 79 55.7%
2023 45.42 41st 78 47.4%
2024 55.13 31st 81 61.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Conval Regional High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.53 22nd 61 63.9%
2019 75.05 10th 61 83.6%
2021 40.41 34th 60 43.3%
2022 69.56 18th 78 76.9%
2023 35.74 47th 78 39.7%
2024 46.01 38th 82 53.7%
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Rank History for White students at Conval Regional High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.45 12th 64 81.3%
2019 59.03 19th 66 71.2%
2021 43.28 35th 67 47.8%
2022 58.57 25th 85 70.6%
2023 44.01 40th 83 51.8%
2024 50.83 39th 87 55.2%
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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Saturday, June 15, 2024

Open Quote A Disappointing Education Experience

Having experienced the SAU #1 ConVal school district firsthand, I must caution parents against entrusting their children's education to this organization. The entire district seems to operate under the thumb of the teachers union, resulting in a culture where mediocrity is tolerated and excellence is rarely rewarded.

One of the most glaring issues is the "one for all and all for one" mentality that pervades the SAU and school board. This approach fails to distinguish between top-performing teachers and those who consistently underperform. It's disheartening to see dedicated educators who strive for excellence lumped together with individuals who continuously produce subpar results in their classrooms.

Shockingly, only a quarter of the teachers within the ConVal school system demonstrate they are worth their salaries. This leaves a staggering majority whose contributions to students' academic growth and development are questionable at best.

Equally concerning is the mismanagement at the highest levels of the SAU. Instead of focusing on prudent financial stewardship and educational innovation, the superintendent has been preoccupied with suing the State of New Hampshire to secure additional funding for the district. This misplaced priority not only reflects a lack of strategic leadership but also raises doubts about the superintendent's ability to manage budgets responsibly and effectively.

Furthermore, the overall administration of the SAU #1 ConVal district appears out of touch with the needs of students and families. Important decisions are seemingly made without sufficient consideration for their impact on educational outcomes or community welfare.

In conclusion, SAU #1 ConVal fails to uphold standards of excellence in education due to its union-dominated governance, indiscriminate treatment of educators, and misdirected leadership priorities. Parents seeking a school district committed to fostering academic achievement and accountability should look elsewhere until substantial reforms are implemented to address these systemic issues. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, August 18, 2021

Open Quote Severe turnover in staff!! Terrible intervention, poor IEP and lack in accomodations. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Conval Regional High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 694 1 3 5 0 n/a n/a 0 703
1992 698 3 3 1 0 n/a n/a 0 705
1993 696 3 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 706
1994 693 4 3 2 0 n/a n/a 0 702
1995 771 5 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 787
1996 771 5 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 787
1997 847 5 4 3 2 n/a n/a 0 861
1998 893 4 5 4 5 n/a n/a 0 911
1999 902 3 6 2 0 n/a n/a 0 913
2000 921 10 3 0 0 n/a n/a 0 934
2001 974 7 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 983
2002 1044 6 9 6 3 n/a n/a 0 1068
2003 1044 6 9 6 3 n/a n/a 0 1068
2004 1148 2 10 6 3 n/a n/a 0 1169
2005 1121 7 10 5 2 n/a n/a 0 1145
2006 1139 9 22 8 1 n/a n/a 0 1179
2007 1058 5 12 10 2 n/a n/a 63 1150
2008 1050 5 15 8 2 n/a n/a 0 1080
2009 1054 6 13 7 3 n/a n/a 0 1083
2010 974 7 13 8 1 0 0 0 1003
2011 917 6 19 5 1 0 1 0 949
2012 866 8 15 3 2 1 2 0 897
2013 813 9 15 4 2 1 1 0 845
2014 822 12 17 2 3 1 4 0 861
2015 776 10 14 11 3 1 5 0 820
2016 740 9 16 13 2 0 6 0 786
2017 699 12 12 8 1 0 5 0 737
2018 688 12 10 8 0 4 2 0 724
2019 677 11 8 10 0 4 1 0 711
2020 678 12 4 11 0 5 3 0 713
2021 671 11 3 14 0 5 4 0 708
2022 660 10 5 14 0 3 4 0 696
2023 644 8 4 17 0 4 6 0 683
2024 617 8 5 14 0 1 9 0 654

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Conval Regional High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 703 43.8 16.0 2.8
1992 705 54.9 12.8 3.5
1993 706 52.5 13.4 6.9
1994 702 54.0 13.0 9
1995 787 56.6 13.9 7.8
1996 787 56.6 13.9 7.8
1997 861 54.6 15.8 7.5
1998 911 59.3 15.4 5.9
1999 913 60.9 15.0 5.1
2000 934 57.0 16.4 9.2
2001 983 62.7 15.7 9.9
2002 1068 67.4 15.8 9.5
2003 1068 67.4 15.8 9.5
2004 1169 76.5 15.3 9.7
2005 1145 79.0 14.5 11.7
2006 1179 77.5 15.2 12.9
2007 1150 79.5 14.5 15.1
2008 1080 81.2 13.3 14.2
2009 1083 80.2 13.5 17
2010 1003 76.5 13.1 23
2011 949 63.4 14.9 24.2
2012 897 72.9 12.3 27.2
2013 845 68.5 12.3 25.2
2014 861 69.7 12.3 27.9
2015 820 65.0 12.6 25.9
2016 786 68.0 11.5 26.2
2017 737 60.0 12.2 24.8
2018 724 61.4 11.7 19.9
2019 711 56.6 12.5 18.8
2020 713 56.6 12.5 18
2021 708 59.0 12.0 23.2
2022 696 51.0 13.6 13.6
2023 683 57.3 11.9 19.9
2024 654 56.4 11.5 16.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Conval Regional High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 703 43.8 16.0 2.8
1992 705 54.9 12.8 3.5
1993 706 52.5 13.4 6.9
1994 702 54.0 13.0 9
1995 787 56.6 13.9 7.8
1996 787 56.6 13.9 7.8
1997 861 54.6 15.8 7.5
1998 911 59.3 15.4 5.9
1999 913 60.9 15.0 5.1
2000 934 57.0 16.4 9.2
2001 983 62.7 15.7 9.9
2002 1068 67.4 15.8 9.5
2003 1068 67.4 15.8 9.5
2004 1169 76.5 15.3 9.7
2005 1145 79.0 14.5 11.7
2006 1179 77.5 15.2 12.9
2007 1150 79.5 14.5 15.1
2008 1080 81.2 13.3 14.2
2009 1083 80.2 13.5 17
2010 1003 76.5 13.1 23
2011 949 63.4 14.9 24.2
2012 897 72.9 12.3 27.2
2013 845 68.5 12.3 25.2
2014 861 69.7 12.3 27.9
2015 820 65.0 12.6 25.9
2016 786 68.0 11.5 26.2
2017 737 60.0 12.2 24.8
2018 724 61.4 11.7 19.9
2019 711 56.6 12.5 18.8
2020 713 56.6 12.5 18
2021 708 59.0 12.0 23.2
2022 696 51.0 13.6 13.6
2023 683 57.3 11.9 19.9
2024 654 56.4 11.5 16.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Conval Regional High School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $20,952

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Conval Regional High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
11th Grade Science (Conval Regional High School)4635
 11%
   11th Grade Science (Contoocook Valley School District)4635
 11%
   11th Grade Science (New Hampshire)4141
11th Grade Mathematics (Conval Regional High School)4328
 15%
   11th Grade Mathematics (Contoocook Valley School District)4328
 15%
   11th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4235
 7%
11th Grade Reading (Conval Regional High School)6856
 12%
   11th Grade Reading (Contoocook Valley School District)6856
 12%
   11th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)6359
 4%
All Grades Mathematics (Conval Regional High School)4328
 15%
   All Grades Mathematics (Contoocook Valley School District)4140
 1%
   All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)4842
 6%
All Grades Reading (Conval Regional High School)6856
 12%
   All Grades Reading (Contoocook Valley School District)4951
 2%
   All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)5652
 4%
All Grades Science (Conval Regional High School)4635
 11%
   All Grades Science (Contoocook Valley School District)3536
 1%
   All Grades Science (New Hampshire)4037
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students711683
 3.9%
African American118
 27.3%
American Indian00
Asian84
 50%
Hispanic1017
 70%
Pacific Islander44
White677644
 4.9%
Two or More Races16
 500%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients18.8%19.9%
 1.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Conval Regional High School

In the 2023-24 school year, 654 students attended Conval Regional High School.

Conval Regional High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Antrim Elementary School
Elementary : Dublin Consolidated School
Elementary : Francestown Elementary School
Elementary : Greenfield Elementary School
Elementary : Hancock Elementary School
Elementary : Peterborough Elementary School
Elementary : Pierce Elementary School
Elementary : Temple Elementary School
Middle : Great Brook School
Middle : South Meadow School

Conval Regional High School ranks 38th of 87 New Hampshire high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Conval Regional High School are 94% White, 2% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races, 1% African American.


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