Effingham Elementary School

Effingham Elementary School is a public school serving 108 students across kindergarten through sixth grade in Effingham, New Hampshire. The student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1 keeps class sizes small, giving every student reliable access to teacher support — and the school's performance data shows that structure paying off. The school earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10, rated Exceptional.

Academic performance scores an 8.6, but growth is the standout figure: a 9.7 out of 10 means students here advance academically faster than nearly every school in New Hampshire. That trajectory places Effingham Elementary at #17 of 280 elementary schools in the state and #1 of 8 schools in the Governor Wentworth Regional School District — the highest-ranked school in the entire district. Measured against all 480 public schools in New Hampshire, Effingham Elementary outperforms 96%, placing #20 statewide.

For a school of just 108 students, those rankings carry real weight. The low student-teacher ratio, strong academic scores, and near-top growth rate together mark Effingham Elementary as one of New Hampshire's most effective small elementary schools.

With an enrollment of 108 students, Effingham Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.8:1, Effingham Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Effingham Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.