Excellent
#28 of 480 schools in NH
Top 6% in state
Lincoln Akerman School
Elementary School · Hampton Falls School District
8 Exeter Rd., Hampton Falls, NH 03844
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire elementary schools
#23 of 280
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Lincoln Akerman School
Lincoln Akerman School is a public elementary school in Hampton Falls, NH, part of the Hampton Falls School District. The school serves approximately 185 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 94.4th percentile among NH schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 65% proficiency in math and 79% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $155,787, where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 185 students, Lincoln Akerman 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.
Score Breakdown
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Lincoln Akerman School — Students at Lincoln Akerman School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
6.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Lincoln Akerman School Compares
See how Lincoln Akerman School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 67% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 77% (2022).
Location
8 Exeter Rd., Hampton Falls, NH 03844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lincoln Akerman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) (rated 7.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Exeter), with a comparable rating. Another option is North Hampton School (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby North Hampton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hampton Centre School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hampton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hampton Falls, see our Hampton Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Hampton | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Hampton Centre School Hampton | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Winnacunnet High School Hampton | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Seabrook Elementary School Seabrook | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Hampton Academy Hampton | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Seabrook Middle School Seabrook | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Adeline C. Marston School Hampton | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SQUAMSCOTT RIVER ACADEMY North Hampton | 3.5 mi | — |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| North Hampton School North Hampton | 4.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Cooperative Middle School Stratham | 4.8 mi | 6.2 |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter | 4.7 mi | — |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter | 5.0 mi | — |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 5.7 mi | 6.2 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 5.0 mi | — |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 5.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,787
Median Home Value
$664,900
Median Rent
$1,724/mo
Population
2,357
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
45.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lincoln Akerman School has a median household income of $155,787. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $664,900, with a median rent of $1,724/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Durham Elementary School New Durham, NH | 8.9 |
| Lyme Elementary School Lyme, NH | 8.8 |
| Sunapee Central School Sunapee, NH | 8.8 |
| Peterborough Elementary School Peterborough, NH | 9.1 |
| CROSSROADS ACADEMY Lyme, NH | 8.7 |
| Enfield Village School Enfield, NH | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lincoln Akerman School
What grades does Lincoln Akerman School serve?
Lincoln Akerman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Lincoln Akerman School?
Lincoln Akerman School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Akerman School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lincoln Akerman School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lincoln Akerman School rank in NH?
Lincoln Akerman School is ranked #28 out of 480 schools in NH.
What is Lincoln Akerman School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lincoln Akerman School has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lincoln Akerman School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lincoln Akerman School has 65.3% math proficiency and 78.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lincoln Akerman School a charter school?
No, Lincoln Akerman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lincoln Akerman School a Title I school?
No, Lincoln Akerman School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lincoln Akerman School?
6.5% of students at Lincoln Akerman 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 6.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 926-2539
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Hampton Falls School District- District Enrollment
- 187
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,189
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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