Excellent
#70 of 480 schools in NH
Top 14% in state
South Hampton Barnard School
Elementary School · South Hampton School District · South Hampton, NH
An elementary school in South Hampton, NH where students score 7 points above what's typical for similar communities.
219 Main Ave., South Hampton, NH 03827
- Math 75% proficient (2022)
- Reading 65% proficient (2022)
- 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at South Hampton Barnard School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. NH average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 14-year record (2009–2022), then recovered 5 points since 2019, reaching 70% in 2022.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 74% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 80% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
3.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where South Hampton Barnard School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 16Car-Dependent
- Bike 20Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Average334/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (South Hampton), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$135,341
Median home value
$536,500
Median rent
$1,516/mo
College educated
47.7%
Homeownership
94.3%
Poverty rate
10.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 03827; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amesbury Seventh-day Adventist SchoolPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–7 | 0.6 mi | 21 | Compare → |
| Shay ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | PK–2 | 1.8 mi | 487 | Compare → |
| Charles C Cashman ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.6 | 3–5 | 1.9 mi | 398 | Compare → |
| Amesbury MontessoriPrivate · tuition | Not rated | PK–K | 2.3 mi | 3 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South Hampton School District
- Schools in district
- 1
- Rank in district
- #1 of 1
- District spending per student
- $26,933NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 0.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
South Hampton Barnard School is listed in South Hampton School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About South Hampton Barnard School
South Hampton Barnard School is a public elementary school in South Hampton, NH, part of South Hampton School District, serving approximately 83 students in grades Kindergarten-8th with a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #70 of 480 schools in NH. State assessment records show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
What's said publicly about South Hampton Barnard School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Hampton Barnard School
What grades does South Hampton Barnard School serve?
South Hampton Barnard School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend South Hampton Barnard School?
South Hampton Barnard School has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Hampton Barnard School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Hampton Barnard School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Hampton Barnard School rank in NH?
South Hampton Barnard School ranks #70 of 480 schools in NH.
What is South Hampton Barnard School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Hampton Barnard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 South Hampton Barnard School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Hampton Barnard School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is South Hampton Barnard School a charter school?
No, South Hampton Barnard School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Hampton Barnard School a Title I school?
No, South Hampton Barnard School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Hampton Barnard School?
3.6% of students at South Hampton Barnard 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (603) 394-7744
- Area population (ZIP 03827)
- 3,213
- Area average commute
- 31.4 min
- Area median age
- 50.7
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 03827; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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