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#353 of 480 schools in NH
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Idlehurst Elementary School
Elementary School · Somersworth School District
46 Stackpole Road, Somersworth, NH 03878
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NH statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#353 of 480
In Somersworth
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Somersworth School District
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Idlehurst Elementary School
Elementary School in Somersworth · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Idlehurst Elementary School
Idlehurst Elementary School is a public elementary school in Somersworth, NH, part of Somersworth School District. Idlehurst Elementary School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Idlehurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 480 schools in NH.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Idlehurst Elementary 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Idlehurst Elementary School Compares
See how Idlehurst Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
46 Stackpole Road, Somersworth, NH 03878
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Idlehurst Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Garrison School (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rollinsford Grade School (rated 6.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Rollinsford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 6.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Somersworth, see our Somersworth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Somersworth Middle School Somersworth | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Somersworth High School Somersworth | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Vivian E Hussey School Berwick | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY Dover | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MY SCHOOL Dover | 3.4 mi | — |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodman Park School Dover | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Dover Middle School Dover | 4.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Dover Senior High School Dover | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Central School South Berwick | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover | 3.7 mi | — |
| Noble Middle School Berwick | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Eric L Knowlton School Berwick | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| BERWICK ACADEMY South Berwick | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Garrison School Dover | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,691
Median Home Value
$295,200
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
12,145
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Inter-Lakes Elementary School Meredith, NH | 5.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hampton, NH | 5.0 |
| Barrington Elementary School Barrington, NH | 5.2 |
| Pleasant Street School Laconia, NH | 5.2 |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover, NH | 5.2 |
| Strong Foundations Charter School Pembroke, NH | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Idlehurst Elementary School
What grades does Idlehurst Elementary School serve?
Idlehurst Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Idlehurst Elementary School?
Idlehurst Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Idlehurst Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Idlehurst Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Idlehurst Elementary School rank in NH?
Idlehurst Elementary School ranks #353 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Idlehurst Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Idlehurst Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Idlehurst Elementary School a charter school?
No, Idlehurst Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Idlehurst Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Idlehurst Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idlehurst Elementary School?
40.4% of students at Idlehurst 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Strafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.9%
- Phone
- (603) 692-2435
Resources & Links
District
Somersworth School District- District Enrollment
- 1,352
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,291
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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