Best Schools in Alstead, New Hampshire
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Alstead by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Alstead Primary School
Elementary · Fall Mountain Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Leaf Charter School
High · Leaf Charter School. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Vilas Elementary School
Middle · Fall Mountain Regional School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Alstead for 2026 are Alstead Primary School (8.9/10), Leaf Charter School (7.5/10), and Vilas Elementary School (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$250,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$250,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alstead
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alstead Primary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Leaf Charter School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Vilas Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $64,605
- Median home value
- $250,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Alstead compares
New Hampshire rank
#9 of 74
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above New Hampshire avg (6.2)
Median household income
$65k
67% of New Hampshire median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Alstead, New Hampshire
Alstead, New Hampshire is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Alstead perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Alstead is Alstead Primary School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alstead is served by 2 school districts: Fall Mountain Regional School District, LEAF Charter School. These districts collectively serve 1,491 students.
Alstead's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $64,605. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 94 students · 5th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Alstead
Alstead, New Hampshire · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$64,605
Median Home Value
$250,200
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
2,415
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Alstead has a median household income of $64,605. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $250,200, with a median rent of $864/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Hampshire
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Alstead, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Alstead, New Hampshire?
Alstead has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alstead is 7.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Alstead on MySchoolScout is Alstead Primary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alstead on MySchoolScout is Alstead Primary School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked middle school in Alstead on MySchoolScout is Vilas Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best high school in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked high school in Alstead on MySchoolScout is Leaf Charter School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Alstead, New Hampshire?
Alstead is served by 2 school districts: Fall Mountain Regional School District, Leaf Charter School.
What is the education level in Alstead, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Alstead have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Alstead is approximately $64,605 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alstead, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alstead is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alstead, New Hampshire?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.