Summary:
The city of Center Ossipee, New Hampshire has only one school, Ossipee Central School, which serves grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 294 students. The school is part of the Governor Wentworth Regional School District, which is ranked 93 out of 158 school districts in New Hampshire and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Ossipee Central School's statewide ranking has declined over the past three school years, going from 206 out of 237 elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 179 out of 234 in 2023-2024 and 177 out of 224 in 2024-2025, indicating a relative decline in performance compared to other elementary schools in the state. The school's proficiency rates on the NH SAS assessments are generally below the state averages for New Hampshire, with 41% in mathematics, 38% in reading, and 24% in science, compared to state averages of 42%, 55%, and 38% respectively. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 57.14%, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students.
However, Ossipee Central School has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 7.9, which is lower than the state average and may indicate smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students. While this could be a positive factor, it's important to consider how this ratio is being utilized and whether it is translating into improved academic outcomes for the students.
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