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#38 of 480 schools in NH

Top 8% in state

Piermont Village School

Elementary School · Piermont School District

PO Box 98, Piermont, NH 03779

Enrollment

58

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#38 of 480

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Piermont Village School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Piermont · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Piermont Village School

Piermont Village School is a public elementary school in Piermont, NH, part of Piermont School District. Piermont Village School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Piermont Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Piermont Village School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above NH schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 58 students, Piermont Village School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Piermont Village School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Piermont Village School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$38,566
Chronic Absenteeism8.6%

Piermont Village School — Students at Piermont Village School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
84.5%
ELA
64.5%
2010
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
84.5%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
74.5%
ELA
54.5%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
54.5%
2020*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2021*
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2022
Math
49.5%
ELA
90%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Piermont Village School Compares

See how Piermont Village School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in NH
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
6 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

Location

PO Box 98, Piermont, NH 03779

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Piermont Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Newbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lyme Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Lyme), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Lyme), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Piermont, see our Piermont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxbow Union High School Bradford 3.2 mi 6.5
Bradford Elementary School Bradford 3.1 mi 6.8
Rivendell Academy Orford 5.5 mi 7.2
Samuel Morey Elementary School Fairlee 5.2 mi 5.0
Newbury Elementary School Newbury 7.7 mi 9.0
OLIVERIAN SCHOOL Pike 6.7 mi
Haverhill Cooperative Middle School North Haverhill 8.6 mi 5.9
Lyme Elementary School Lyme 11.6 mi 8.8
Woodsville High School Woodsville 12.4 mi 7.3
Woodsville Elementary School Woodsville 12.5 mi 4.7
Blue Mountain Union School Wells River 12.9 mi 5.9
Westshire Elementary School West Fairlee 9.9 mi 4.5
Warren Village School Warren 9.9 mi 7.2
Wentworth Elementary School Wentworth 10.3 mi 7.7
OPEN FIELDS SCHOOL Thetford 12.7 mi
Thetford Elementary School Thetford 12.7 mi 5.2
Waits River Valley Union School East Corinth 11.8 mi 6.6
CROSSROADS ACADEMY Lyme 14.0 mi 8.7
THETFORD ACADEMY Thetford Center 13.0 mi 4.5
Bath Village School Bath 15.1 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,393

Median Home Value

$327,700

Median Rent

$1,138/mo

Population

928

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

74.9%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

47.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Francestown Elementary School Francestown, NH 8.6
Newington Public School Newington, NH 8.6
Freedom Elementary School Freedom, NH 8.7
James Faulkner Elementary School Stoddard, NH 8.3
Alstead Primary School Alstead, NH 8.9
Nelson Elementary School Nelson, NH 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Piermont Village School

What grades does Piermont Village School serve?

Piermont Village School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Piermont Village School?

Piermont Village School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Piermont Village School?

The student-teacher ratio at Piermont Village School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Piermont Village School rank in NH?

Piermont Village School ranks #38 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Piermont Village School's MySchoolScout rating?

Piermont Village School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Piermont Village School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Piermont Village School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Piermont Village School a charter school?

No, Piermont Village School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Piermont Village School a Title I school?

No, Piermont Village School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Piermont Village School?

19.0% of students at Piermont Village 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Grafton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.6%

District

Piermont School District
District Enrollment
59
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$38,566
District Rank
#1 of 1

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