For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 483 students in Center Barnstead, NH.
The top-ranked public school in Center Barnstead, NH is Barnstead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Center Barnstead, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Center Barnstead have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Center Barnstead, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnstead Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
91 Maple St.
Center Barnstead, NH 03225
(603) 269-5161
Center Barnstead, NH 03225
(603) 269-5161
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Center Barnstead, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Center Barnstead, NH include Barnstead Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Center Barnstead?
1 public schools are located in Center Barnstead.
What is the racial composition of students in Center Barnstead?
Center Barnstead public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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