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#425 of 480 schools in NH

Disnard Elementary School

Elementary School · Claremont School District

160 Hanover St., Claremont, NH 03743

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#425 of 480

In Claremont

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Claremont School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Disnard Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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4.8/10

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6.6/10

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About Disnard Elementary School

Disnard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Claremont, NH, part of Claremont School District. Disnard Elementary School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Disnard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Disnard Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Disnard Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,412
Chronic Absenteeism26.3%

Disnard Elementary School — Students at Disnard Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
67%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Disnard Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
12th percentile in NH
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

Location

160 Hanover St., Claremont, NH 03743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Disnard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cornish Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Cornish), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elm Hill School (rated 7.4/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Newport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Claremont, see our Claremont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bluff School Claremont 0.8 mi 4.8
Stevens High School Claremont 1.0 mi 6.6
Claremont Middle School Claremont 1.4 mi 3.9
Claremont Preschool Center Claremont 1.4 mi 3.0
CLAREMONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Claremont 1.5 mi 7.3
Maple Avenue School Claremont 2.0 mi 4.8
Weathersfield School Ascutney 4.0 mi 6.2
Cornish Elementary School Cornish 5.6 mi 7.6
N. Charlestown Community School Charlestown 5.6 mi
FOUNDATIONS Windsor 6.9 mi
Windsor School Windsor 7.2 mi 6.2
Unity Elementary School Newport 7.3 mi 6.4
ESTABROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plainfield 10.7 mi
Albert Bridge School (West Windsor) Brownsville 8.8 mi 3.1
NEWPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport 8.0 mi 6.7
GRANITE HILL SCHOOL Newport 8.0 mi 5.7
Newport Middle School Newport 8.2 mi 2.9
Newport Middle High School (High) Newport 8.2 mi 5.0
Elm Hill School Springfield 9.0 mi 7.4
Hartland Elementary School Hartland 11.0 mi 4.1

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

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Conway Elementary School Conway, NH 3.8
Elm Street School Laconia, NH 3.8
Grinnell School Derry, NH 3.8
Lancaster Elementary School Lancaster, NH 3.8
Penacook Elementary School Penacook, NH 3.7
Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua, NH 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Disnard Elementary School

What grades does Disnard Elementary School serve?

Disnard Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Disnard Elementary School?

Disnard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Disnard Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Disnard Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Disnard Elementary School rank in NH?

Disnard Elementary School ranks #425 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Disnard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Disnard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Disnard Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Disnard Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Disnard Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Disnard Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Disnard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

45.5% of students at Disnard Elementary 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Sullivan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.3%

District

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

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