Is South Hampton Barnard School a good school?

Yes! South Hampton Barnard School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 7 th of 234 New Hampshire elementary schools.

How many students attend South Hampton Barnard School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 83 students attended South Hampton Barnard School.

What is the racial makeup of South Hampton Barnard School?

Students at South Hampton Barnard School are 96% White, 1% Asian, 1% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

South Hampton Barnard School

Summary:

South Hampton Barnard School is a small public elementary school serving grades K-8 in the town of South Hampton, New Hampshire, with just 89 students. Despite its small size, the school has consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in the state, with exceptional academic performance that far exceeds state averages.

South Hampton Barnard School stands out for its consistently high academic achievement, with 78% of students proficient or better in math and 82% proficient or better in reading - significantly higher than the state averages of 41% and 53% respectively. The school's student population is also notably homogeneous, with over 95% of students identifying as White, in contrast to the more diverse racial makeup of nearby schools like Lincoln Street Elementary (92% White) and Seabrook Elementary (80% White). Additionally, South Hampton Barnard School has very low rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 3.66% to 4.65% over the past 3 years, compared to 48.14% at Seabrook Elementary and 14.86% at Lincoln Street Elementary.

The school's small size, with a student-teacher ratio ranging from 8.6 to 8.9 over the past 3 years, is another factor that likely contributes to its academic success. However, the homogeneous student population and socioeconomic disparity compared to nearby schools raise questions about the school's ability to provide a diverse and inclusive learning environment. As part of the South Hampton School District, which is ranked 6th out of 163 districts in New Hampshire, South Hampton Barnard School's exceptional performance is a testament to the district's commitment to educational excellence, but also highlights the need to consider the broader implications of these factors within the larger educational landscape.

Detail:

Public K-8

219 Main Ave.
South Hampton, NH 03827-3527

(603) 394-7744

District: South Hampton School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
7^th of 234 New Hampshire Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $23,370

Student/teacher ratio: 8.3

Number of students: 83

Racial breakdown:

White:

96.4%

Asian:

1.2%

Hispanic:

1.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 3.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details South Hampton Barnard School ranks better than 97% of elementary schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 93.66. (See more...)

Compare Details South Hampton Barnard School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 99.76. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (96.4%), Asian (1.2%), Hispanic (1.2%). (See more...)

Compare Details 3.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at South Hampton Barnard School is 8.3. (See more...)

Compare South Hampton Barnard School employs 9.9 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at South Hampton Barnard School is $23,370.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

South Hampton Barnard School:

SchoolDigger ranks South Hampton Barnard School 7^th of 234 New Hampshire public elementary schools. (See South Hampton Barnard School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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South Hampton School District:

SchoolDigger ranks South Hampton School District 6^th of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for South Hampton Barnard School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at South Hampton Barnard School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NH State Percentile
2006	91.69	8^th	238	96.6%
2007	73.31	54^th	237	77.2%
2009	73.17	54^th	240	77.5%
2016	56.59	107^th	244	56.1%
2017	49.85	123^rd	229	46.3%
2019	66.60	68^th	231	70.6%
2023	89.84	12^th	237	94.9%
2024	93.66	7^th	234	97.0%

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Rank History for elementary school White students at South Hampton Barnard School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NH State Percentile
2019	66.70	66^th	229	71.2%
2023	87.70	15^th	233	93.6%
2024	92.43	9^th	228	96.1%

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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all middle school students at South Hampton Barnard School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NH State Percentile
2006	74.58	21^st	126	83.3%
2007	83.23	13^th	125	89.6%
2008	89.80	5^th	129	96.1%
2009	93.74	2^nd	127	98.4%
2012	64.15	40^th	131	69.5%
2016	62.18	49^th	134	63.4%
2017	43.08	79^th	125	36.8%
2023	99.76	1^st	134	99.3%

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Rank History for middle school White students at South Hampton Barnard School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	99.89	1^st	132	99.2%

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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.

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

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Enrollment information for South Hampton Barnard School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1991	72	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	72
1992	71	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	71
1993	80	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	82
1994	85	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	85
1995	76	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	79
1996	76	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	79
1997	76	0	3	0	n/a	n/a	79
1998	83	0	4	0	n/a	n/a	87
1999	93	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	94
2000	99	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	100
2001	106	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	107
2002	91	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	93
2003	91	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	93
2004	97	2	0	0	n/a	n/a	99
2005	95	1	0	2	n/a	n/a	98
2006	77	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	79
2007	89	2	2	2	n/a	n/a	95
2008	80	0	2	2	n/a	n/a	84
2009	75	1	3	3	n/a	n/a	82
2010	61	0	3	0	0	9	73
2011	70	1	3	0	0	9	83
2012	70	0	3	0	0	8	81
2013	62	0	3	0	0	5	70
2014	55	0	3	0	0	5	63
2015	56	0	3	0	0	4	63
2016	64	0	1	0	0	2	67
2017	66	0	1	0	0	2	69
2018	76	0	0	0	0	3	79
2019	79	0	1	0	0	2	82
2020	79	0	2	1	0	2	84
2021	77	0	2	1	0	2	82
2022	82	0	2	1	0	1	86
2023	85	0	1	2	0	1	89
2024	80	0	1	1	0	1	83

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

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at South Hampton Barnard School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1991	72	7.0	10.2	0
1992	71	7.0	10.1	0
1993	82	7.0	11.7	0
1994	85	8.5	10.0	0
1995	79	6.7	11.8	0
1996	79	6.7	11.8	0
1997	79	6.7	11.8	0
1998	87	6.4	13.6	0
1999	94	6.4	14.7	0
2000	100	7.1	14.1	0
2001	107	6.2	17.3	0
2002	93	8.3	11.2	0
2003	93	8.3	11.2	0
2004	99	8.8	11.3	1
2005	98	7.6	12.9	0
2006	79	7.7	10.3	0
2007	95	7.2	13.2	0
2008	84	7.2	11.7	0
2009	82	7.6	10.8	0
2010	73	n/a	n/a	0
2011	83	7.1	11.6	0
2012	81	7.1	11.4	0
2013	70	7.2	9.7	0
2014	63	7.0	9.0	0
2015	63	7.0	9.0	4.8
2016	67	8.0	8.3	4.5
2017	69	7.9	8.7	4.3
2018	79	8.5	9.2	3.8
2019	82	8.0	10.2	0
2020	84	8.9	9.4	3.6
2021	82	9.5	8.6	3.7
2022	86	9.9	8.6	4.7
2023	89	9.9	8.9	4.5
2024	83	9.9	8.3	3.6

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 South Hampton Barnard School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1991	72	7.0	10.2	0
1992	71	7.0	10.1	0
1993	82	7.0	11.7	0
1994	85	8.5	10.0	0
1995	79	6.7	11.8	0
1996	79	6.7	11.8	0
1997	79	6.7	11.8	0
1998	87	6.4	13.6	0
1999	94	6.4	14.7	0
2000	100	7.1	14.1	0
2001	107	6.2	17.3	0
2002	93	8.3	11.2	0
2003	93	8.3	11.2	0
2004	99	8.8	11.3	1
2005	98	7.6	12.9	0
2006	79	7.7	10.3	0
2007	95	7.2	13.2	0
2008	84	7.2	11.7	0
2009	82	7.6	10.8	0
2010	73	n/a	n/a	0
2011	83	7.1	11.6	0
2012	81	7.1	11.4	0
2013	70	7.2	9.7	0
2014	63	7.0	9.0	0
2015	63	7.0	9.0	4.8
2016	67	8.0	8.3	4.5
2017	69	7.9	8.7	4.3
2018	79	8.5	9.2	3.8
2019	82	8.0	10.2	0
2020	84	8.9	9.4	3.6
2021	82	9.5	8.6	3.7
2022	86	9.9	8.6	4.7
2023	89	9.9	8.9	4.5
2024	83	9.9	8.3	3.6

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 South Hampton Barnard School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2019	$23,370

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on South Hampton Barnard School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 68^th of 231 Elementary schools	Ranks 12^th of 237 Elementary schools	24.4%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (South Hampton Barnard School)	73	85	12%
3rd Grade Mathematics (South Hampton School District)	73	85	12%
3rd Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)	57	52	5%
3rd Grade Reading (South Hampton Barnard School)	64	69	5%
3rd Grade Reading (South Hampton School District)	64	69	5%
3rd Grade Reading (New Hampshire)	52	46	6%
4th Grade Mathematics (South Hampton Barnard School)	73	85	12%
4th Grade Mathematics (South Hampton School District)	73	85	12%
4th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)	52	48	4%
4th Grade Reading (South Hampton Barnard School)	45	54	9%
4th Grade Reading (South Hampton School District)	45	54	9%
4th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)	55	48	7%
7th Grade Mathematics (South Hampton Barnard School)	64	75	11%
7th Grade Mathematics (South Hampton School District)	64	75	11%
7th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)	47	37	10%
7th Grade Reading (South Hampton Barnard School)	71	67	4%
7th Grade Reading (South Hampton School District)	71	67	4%
7th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)	56	49	7%
All Grades Mathematics (South Hampton Barnard School)	68	76	8%
All Grades Mathematics (South Hampton School District)	68	76	8%
All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)	48	42	6%
All Grades Reading (South Hampton Barnard School)	63	78	15%
All Grades Reading (South Hampton School District)	63	78	15%
All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)	56	52	4%
All Grades Science (South Hampton Barnard School)	42	64	22%
All Grades Science (South Hampton School District)	42	64	22%
All Grades Science (New Hampshire)	40	37	3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	82	89	8.5%
African American	0	0
American Indian	0	0
Asian	1	1
Hispanic	0	2
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	79	85	7.6%
Two or More Races	2	1	50%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	0%	4.5%	4.5%

Schools Near South Hampton Barnard School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				NH SAS Mathematics (2024)							NH SAS Reading (2024)							NH SAS Science (2024)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NH SAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 4th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 5th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 6th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 7th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 8th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics All Grades	NH SAS Reading 3rd Grade	NH SAS Reading 4th Grade	NH SAS Reading 5th Grade	NH SAS Reading 6th Grade	NH SAS Reading 7th Grade	NH SAS Reading 8th Grade	NH SAS Reading All Grades	NH SAS Science 5th Grade	NH SAS Science 8th Grade	NH SAS Science All Grades	Total
South Hampton Barnard School	Public	K-8	219 Main Ave.	South Hampton	03827	Rockingham County	South Hampton School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 394-7744	83	10	8.3	3.6%	80 (96.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.2%)	1 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.2%)	93.7	7^th of 234 public elementary schools	97.0%		89.8	12^th of 237 public elementary schools	94.9%	5		91.0		75.0			78.0		73.0		75.0			82.0			57.0	$23,370
East Kingston Elementary School	Public	K-5	5 Andrews Ln.	East Kingston	03827	Rockingham County	East Kingston School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 642-3511	118	16	7.6	8.5%	112 (94.9%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (3.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.7%)	76.2	42^nd of 234 public elementary schools	82.1%		52.4	111^th of 237 public elementary schools	53.2%	69		65.0	65.0				68.0		55.0	71.0				60.0	47.0		47.0	$21,619
Kensington Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	122 Amesbury Rd.	Kensington	03833	Rockingham County	Kensington School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 772-5705	143	17	8.3	8.4%	135 (94.4%)	1 (0.7%)	1 (0.7%)	1 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (3.5%)	74.7	45^th of 234 public elementary schools	80.8%		78.2	40^th of 237 public elementary schools	83.1%	5	42.0	58.0	58.0				54.0	74.0	58.0	73.0				68.0	73.0		73.0	$23,317
Memorial School	Public	3-5	31 W. Main St.	Newton	03858	Rockingham County	Sanborn Regional School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 382-5251	261	22	12.0	8.8%	227 (87.0%)	2 (0.8%)	17 (6.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	14 (5.4%)	51.5	118^th of 234 public elementary schools	49.6%		38	161^st of 237 public elementary schools	32.1%	43	70.0	57.0	41.0				55.0	52.0	43.0	48.0				47.0	34.0		34.0	$27,226
Lincoln Akerman School	Public	PK, KG-8	8 Exeter Rd.	Hampton Falls	03844	Rockingham County	Hampton Falls School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 926-2539	185	15	12.3	6.5%	164 (88.6%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (6.5%)	82.2	33^rd of 234 public elementary schools	85.9%		83.9	28^th of 237 public elementary schools	88.2%	5	67.0	76.0	63.0	67.0	76.0	71.0	71.0	53.0	64.0	88.0	65.0	100.0	94.0	78.0	56.0	78.0	68.0	$27,104
Daniel J. Bakie School	Public	PK, KG-2	179 Main St.	Kingston	03848	Rockingham County	Sanborn Regional School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 642-5272	319	30	10.6	5.3%	288 (90.3%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (5.0%)	4 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.4%)								(n/a)																		$24,425
Seabrook Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	256 Walton Rd.	Seabrook	03874	Rockingham County	Seabrook School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 474-2252	344	31	11.0	50.9%	267 (77.6%)	4 (1.2%)	29 (8.4%)	5 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	38 (11.0%)	29.6	177^th of 234 public elementary schools	24.4%		22.2	198^th of 237 public elementary schools	16.5%	21	47.0	29.0					38.0	45.0	37.0					40.0				$20,610
Virtual Learning Academy (E)	Public, Virtual, Charter	K-8	30 Linden St.	Exeter	03833	Rockingham County	Virtual Learning Academy Charter School	Yes	No	Yes	No	(603) 778-2500	127	23	5.6	18.9%	104 (81.9%)	1 (0.8%)	9 (7.1%)	4 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	8 (6.3%)								(n/a)						64.0	46.0						64.0	74.0		55.0	64.0
Lincoln Street Elementary School	Public	3-5	25 Lincoln St.	Exeter	03833	Rockingham County	Exeter School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 775-8860	417	35	12.0	14.9%	372 (89.2%)	4 (1.0%)	12 (2.9%)	16 (3.8%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (2.9%)	80.5	36^th of 234 public elementary schools	84.6%		81	33^rd of 237 public elementary schools	86.1%	3	75.0	73.0	59.0				69.0	57.0	66.0	73.0				65.0	48.0		48.0	$18,332
Main Street School	Public	PK, KG-2	40 Main St.	Exeter	03833	Rockingham County	Exeter School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 775-8946	390	49	7.9	16.2%	354 (90.8%)	6 (1.5%)	13 (3.3%)	7 (1.8%)	3 (0.8%)	1 (0.3%)	6 (1.5%)								(n/a)																		$19,942

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