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#365 of 480 schools in NH

Bluff School

Elementary School · Claremont School District

10 Summit Rd., Claremont, NH 03743

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#365 of 480

In Claremont

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Claremont School District

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Bluff School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Claremont · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Bluff School

Bluff School is a public elementary school in Claremont, NH, part of Claremont School District. Bluff School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Bluff School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 178 students, Bluff School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

41% of students at Bluff School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,412
Chronic Absenteeism41%

Bluff School — Students at Bluff School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How Bluff School Compares

See how Bluff School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
24th percentile in NH
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

Location

10 Summit Rd., Claremont, NH 03743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bluff School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Acworth Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Acworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cornish Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Cornish), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elm Hill School (rated 7.4/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Claremont, see our Claremont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Stevens High School Claremont 0.6 mi 6.6
CLAREMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Claremont 0.7 mi 7.3
Disnard Elementary School Claremont 0.8 mi 3.8
Claremont Middle School Claremont 0.9 mi 3.9
Claremont Preschool Center Claremont 0.9 mi 3.0
Maple Avenue School Claremont 1.3 mi 4.8
Weathersfield School Ascutney 4.1 mi 6.2
N. Charlestown Community School Charlestown 4.8 mi
Cornish Elementary School Cornish 6.4 mi 7.6
FOUNDATIONS Windsor 7.5 mi
Unity Elementary School Newport 6.9 mi 6.4
Windsor School Windsor 7.8 mi 6.2
Elm Hill School Springfield 8.3 mi 7.4
Albert Bridge School (West Windsor) Brownsville 9.1 mi 3.1
Charlestown Middle School Charlestown 10.4 mi 6.5
Springfield High School Springfield 9.1 mi 3.4
Union Street School Springfield 8.8 mi 4.8
Charlestown Primary School Charlestown 10.6 mi 6.2
Acworth Elementary School Acworth 11.0 mi 8.0
Riverside Middle School Springfield 8.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,978

Median Home Value

$172,700

Median Rent

$1,078/mo

Population

13,673

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

58%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

43

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Canaan Elementary School Canaan, NH 4.6
Kenneth A. Brett School Tamworth, NH 4.6
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hampton, NH 5.0
Antrim Elementary School Antrim, NH 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bluff School

What grades does Bluff School serve?

Bluff School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bluff School?

Bluff School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluff School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bluff School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bluff School rank in NH?

Bluff School ranks #365 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Bluff School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bluff School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bluff School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bluff School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bluff School a charter school?

No, Bluff School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bluff School a Title I school?

No, Bluff School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluff School?

57.9% of students at Bluff School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

District

Claremont School District
District Enrollment
1,621
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,412
District Rank
#2 of 6

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