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#355 of 480 schools in NH
Inter-lakes Elementary School
Elementary School · Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District
21 Laker Ln, Meredith, NH 03253
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
421
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#355 of 480
In Meredith
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Inter-lakes Elementary School
Elementary School in Meredith · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Inter-lakes Elementary School
Inter-lakes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Meredith, NH, part of Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District. Inter-lakes Elementary School serves approximately 421 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Inter-lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Inter-lakes Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Inter-lakes 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
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Inter-lakes Elementary School — Students at Inter-lakes Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Inter-lakes Elementary School Compares
See how Inter-lakes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21 Laker Ln, Meredith, NH 03253
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Inter-lakes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holderness Central School (rated 9.1/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Holderness), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gilford Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Gilford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Hampton Community School (rated 7.6/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby New Hampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Meredith, see our Meredith schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Inter-Lakes High School Meredith | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Inter-Lakes Middle School Meredith | 0.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LACONIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laconia | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Elm Street School Laconia | 7.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Moultonborough Central School Moultonborough | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Moultonborough Middle Level Moultonborough | 7.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Moultonborough Academy Moultonborough | 7.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Laconia Middle School Laconia | 9.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Pleasant Street School Laconia | 9.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Laconia High School Laconia | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| SAPLINGS A FOREST AND NATURE PRESCHOOL Sanbornton | 9.5 mi | — |
| Ashland Elementary School Ashland | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodland Heights Elementary School Laconia | 9.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Holderness Central School Holderness | 8.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Sandwich Central School Ctr. Sandwich | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Gilford Middle School Gilford | 9.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Gilford High School Gilford | 9.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Gilford Elementary School Gilford | 9.7 mi | 8.0 |
| New Hampton Community School New Hampton | 8.6 mi | 7.6 |
| WHITE MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Holderness | 10.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,808
Median Home Value
$444,500
Median Rent
$1,230/mo
Population
6,677
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
77.3%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
55
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Heron Pond Elementary School Milford, NH | 5.1 |
| Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth, NH | 5.1 |
| Seabrook Elementary School Seabrook, NH | 4.9 |
| Alton Central School (Elem) Alton, NH | 4.8 |
| Bakersville School Manchester, NH | 4.8 |
| Barrington Elementary School Barrington, NH | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Inter-lakes Elementary School
What grades does Inter-lakes Elementary School serve?
Inter-lakes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Inter-lakes Elementary School?
Inter-lakes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 421 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Inter-lakes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Inter-lakes 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 Inter-lakes Elementary School rank in NH?
Inter-lakes Elementary School ranks #355 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Inter-lakes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Inter-lakes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Inter-lakes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Inter-lakes Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Inter-lakes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Inter-lakes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Inter-lakes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Inter-lakes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Inter-lakes Elementary School?
31.8% of students at Inter-lakes 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 421
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Belknap County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (603) 279-7968
Resources & Links
District
Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District- District Enrollment
- 934
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,138
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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