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#332 of 480 schools in NH
William Allen School
Elementary School · Rochester School District
23 Granite St., Rochester, NH 03867
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
292
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#332 of 480
In Rochester
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Rochester School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About William Allen School
William Allen School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NH, part of Rochester School District. William Allen School serves approximately 292 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Allen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for William Allen School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at William Allen School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
38% of students at William Allen School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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William Allen School — Students at William Allen School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
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
↓ 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: 7.2/10.
How William Allen School Compares
See how William Allen School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23 Granite St., Rochester, NH 03867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Allen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Rochester School (rated 5.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby E. Rochester), with a very similar rating. Another option is Barrington Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Barrington), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Seacoast Charter School (rated 5.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Rochester | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Rochester | 0.3 mi | — |
| Maple Street Magnet School Rochester | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| School Street School Rochester | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| McClelland School Rochester | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Spaulding High School Rochester | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Rochester Middle School Rochester | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Bud Carlson Academy Rochester | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Chamberlain Street School Rochester | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| MONARCH SCHOOL OF NEW ENGLAND Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Gonic School Gonic | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| ROCHESTER LEARNING ACADEMY Gonic | 1.8 mi | — |
| East Rochester School E. Rochester | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover | 6.0 mi | — |
| Barrington Middle School Barrington | 6.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Barrington Elementary School Barrington | 6.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Early Childhood Learning Center Barrington | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover | 6.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Nute Junior High School Milton | 7.5 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,397
Median Home Value
$259,200
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
22,886
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGH MOWING SCHOOL Wilton, NH | 5.3 |
| Pleasant Street School Laconia, NH | 5.2 |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover, NH | 5.2 |
| Strong Foundations Charter School Pembroke, NH | 5.2 |
| Colebrook Academy and Elementary School (E) Colebrook, NH | 5.4 |
| Sunset Heights School Nashua, NH | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Allen School
What grades does William Allen School serve?
William Allen School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend William Allen School?
William Allen School has an enrollment of approximately 292 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Allen School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Allen School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Allen School rank in NH?
William Allen School ranks #332 of 480 schools in NH.
What is William Allen School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Allen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 William Allen School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Allen School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is William Allen School a charter school?
No, William Allen School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Allen School a Title I school?
No, William Allen School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Allen School?
52.1% of students at William Allen 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 292
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Strafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (603) 332-2280
Resources & Links
District
Rochester School District- District Enrollment
- 3,855
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,389
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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