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#191 of 480 schools in NH

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Florence Rideout Elementary School

Elementary School · Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative School District

18 Tremont St., Wilton, NH 03086

Enrollment

243

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.7

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#191 of 480

In Wilton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative School District

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Florence Rideout Elementary School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Wilton · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wilton-lyndeboro Middle School

8.0/10

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6.9/10

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About Florence Rideout Elementary School

Florence Rideout Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wilton, NH, part of Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative School District. Florence Rideout Elementary School serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Rideout Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Florence Rideout Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,568
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Florence Rideout Elementary School — Students at Florence Rideout Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Florence Rideout Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in NH
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

18 Tremont St., Wilton, NH 03086

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Florence Rideout Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mont Vernon Village School (rated 9.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Mont Vernon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mason Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Mason), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clark-Wilkins School (rated 8.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Amherst), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilton, see our Wilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilton-Lyndeboro Middle School Wilton 0.7 mi 8.0
Wilton-Lyndeboro Senior High School Wilton 0.7 mi 6.9
HIGH MOWING SCHOOL Wilton 1.6 mi 5.3
HIGH MOWING SCHOOL Wilton 1.9 mi 7.2
Heron Pond Elementary School Milford 2.4 mi 5.1
Milford Early Education Experiences Milford 2.4 mi 5.2
Lyndeborough Central School Lyndeborough 3.7 mi 3.6
Mont Vernon Village School Mont Vernon 4.3 mi 9.0
Milford High School Milford 3.9 mi 7.2
Milford Middle School Milford 4.1 mi 5.3
Jacques Memorial Elementary School Milford 4.2 mi 6.6
Mason Elementary School Mason 7.2 mi 9.0
Clark-Wilkins School Amherst 5.5 mi 8.0
Temple Elementary School Temple 6.1 mi 5.8
Richard Maghakian Memorial School Brookline 8.1 mi 7.2
COUNTRY VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 6.6 mi
Highbridge Hill Elementary School New Ipswich 7.9 mi 7.2
Mascenic Regional High School New Ipswich 8.1 mi 6.0
New Boston Central School New Boston 9.5 mi 7.1
Boynton Middle School New Ipswich 8.4 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,732

Median Home Value

$369,900

Median Rent

$1,389/mo

Population

4,183

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

76.4%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Campton Elementary School Campton, NH 6.8
Danville Elementary School Danville, NH 6.8
Jacques Memorial Elementary School Milford, NH 6.6
Mildred C. Lakeway School Littleton, NH 6.6
Moultonborough Central School Moultonborough, NH 6.6
Allenstown Elementary School Allenstown, NH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Florence Rideout Elementary School

What grades does Florence Rideout Elementary School serve?

Florence Rideout Elementary School serves students in grades 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Florence Rideout Elementary School?

Florence Rideout Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Rideout Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Florence Rideout Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Florence Rideout Elementary School rank in NH?

Florence Rideout Elementary School ranks #191 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Florence Rideout Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Florence Rideout Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Florence Rideout Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Rideout Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Florence Rideout Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Florence Rideout Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

21.4% of students at Florence Rideout 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Wilton-Lyndeborough Cooperative School District
District Enrollment
543
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,568
District Rank
#3 of 4

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