Best Schools in Bennington, New Hampshire
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pierce Elementary School
Elementary · Contoocook Valley School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$249,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.4
out of 10
Median Home
$249,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bennington
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pierce Elementary School | 3.4 / 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
- 3.4/10
- Median household income
- $78,071
- Median home value
- $249,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 38 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bennington compares
Median household income
$78k
80% of New Hampshire median
About Schools in Bennington, New Hampshire
Bennington, New Hampshire is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.4 out of 10, schools in Bennington face significant challenges 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 Bennington is Pierce Elementary School with a composite score of 3.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bennington is served by 1 school district: Contoocook Valley School District. These districts collectively serve 1,951 students.
Bennington's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,071. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.
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 | 62 students · Kindergarten–4th | 3.4 |
Schools in Bennington
Bennington, New Hampshire · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,071
Median Home Value
$249,700
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
1,494
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Community Profile
Bennington has a median household income of $78,071. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $249,700, with a median rent of $1,132/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- New Hampshire
- Elementary
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bennington, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Bennington, New Hampshire?
Bennington has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bennington, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bennington is 3.4 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 Bennington, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Bennington on MySchoolScout is Pierce Elementary School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bennington, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bennington on MySchoolScout is Pierce Elementary School with a composite score of 3.4/10.
How many school districts serve Bennington, New Hampshire?
Bennington is served by 1 school district: Contoocook Valley School District.
What is the education level in Bennington, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Bennington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bennington, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Bennington is approximately $78,071 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bennington, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bennington is 8.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bennington, 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.