Excellent
#3 of 480 schools in NH
Top 1% in state
Rye Elementary School
Elementary School · Rye School District
461 Sagamore Rd., Rye, NH 03870
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#3 of 480
In Rye
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Rye School District
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Rye Elementary School
Elementary School in Rye · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rye Elementary School
Rye Elementary School is a public elementary school in Rye, NH, part of Rye School District. Rye Elementary School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Rye Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Rye Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- NH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Rye Elementary School — Students at Rye Elementary School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.4/10.
How Rye Elementary School Compares
See how Rye Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
461 Sagamore Rd., Rye, NH 03870
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rye Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Franklin School (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Little Harbour School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Portsmouth), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rye, see our Rye schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Rye Junior High School Rye | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Little Harbour School Portsmouth | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 2.6 mi | — |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 3.1 mi | 8.8 |
| New Franklin School Portsmouth | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 3.3 mi | — |
| LEARNING SKILLS ACADEMY Rye | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Greenland Central School Greenland | 3.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| North Hampton School North Hampton | 5.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 6.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SQUAMSCOTT RIVER ACADEMY North Hampton | 6.2 mi | — |
| Newington Public School Newington | 6.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Adeline C. Marston School Hampton | 7.1 mi | 8.9 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 7.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,772
Median Home Value
$927,600
Median Rent
$1,521/mo
Population
5,092
College Educated
57.9%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
53.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Franklin School Portsmouth, NH | 9.3 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter, NH | 9.3 |
| Holderness Central School Holderness, NH | 9.1 |
| Sunapee Central School Sunapee, NH | 9.1 |
| Grantham Village School Grantham, NH | 9.0 |
| Mont Vernon Village School Mont Vernon, NH | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rye Elementary School
What grades does Rye Elementary School serve?
Rye Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Rye Elementary School?
Rye Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rye Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rye Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rye Elementary School rank in NH?
Rye Elementary School ranks #3 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Rye Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rye Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Rye Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rye Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rye Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rye Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rye Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rye Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rye Elementary School?
1.4% of students at Rye 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 436-4731
Resources & Links
District
Rye School District- District Enrollment
- 401
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,687
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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