Serving 26 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Maude H. Trefethen School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maude H. Trefethen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Maude H. Trefethen School's student population of 26 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
26 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Maude H. Trefethen School ranks within the top 5% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maude H. Trefethen School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 457 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
96%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
2%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maude H. Trefethen School's ranking?
Maude H. Trefethen School is ranked #9 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Maude H. Trefethen School often compared to?
Maude H. Trefethen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Regional School, Bernice A. Ray School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Maude H. Trefethen School?
26 students attend Maude H. Trefethen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Maude H. Trefethen School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maude H. Trefethen School?
Maude H. Trefethen School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maude H. Trefethen School offer ?
Maude H. Trefethen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maude H. Trefethen School part of?
Maude H. Trefethen School is part of New Castle School District.
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