Epping Elementary School

Summary:

Epping Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 456 students in grades PK-5 in Epping, New Hampshire, which is part of the Brentwood School District. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, it faces several challenges, including a lack of racial diversity, lower academic performance compared to the state and nearby schools, and declining statewide rankings.

Epping Elementary School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (94.96%) compared to the state average, with lower percentages of minority students. Academically, the school's proficiency rates in mathematics (37%) and reading (57%) on the NH SAS assessments are below the state averages of 41% and 53%, respectively. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of New Hampshire elementary schools, ranging from 126th out of 234 schools in 2023-2024 to 131st out of 231 schools in 2017-2018, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Additionally, the school's performance on the NH SAS assessments is lower for specific student subgroups, such as female students, male students, and white students, compared to the state averages for those subgroups.

When compared to nearby schools, such as Lincoln Street Elementary School in Exeter, Newmarket Elementary School, and Mast Way School in Lee, Epping Elementary School's academic performance is generally lower, with these schools having higher proficiency rates and higher statewide rankings. The school's declining statewide ranking and performance gaps for specific student subgroups suggest that it may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to address these areas of concern and improve overall student outcomes.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-5

 17 Prospect St.
       Epping, NH  03042-0907


(603) 679-8018

District: Epping School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
126th of 234 New Hampshire Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $18,400 Help


Students who attend Epping Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Epping Middle School
High:    Epping High School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.4 Help
Number of students:  456

Racial breakdown:

White:
95.0%
Two or more races:
2.4%
Hispanic:
1.5%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  20.6% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Epping Elementary School ranks worse than 53.8% of elementary schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 47.97. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95%), two or more races (2.4%), Hispanic (1.5%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 20.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Epping Elementary School is 10.4. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Epping Elementary School is $18,400.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Epping Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Epping Elementary School 126th of 234 New Hampshire public elementary schools. (See Epping Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Epping School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Epping School District 111th of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Epping Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Epping Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 53.76 110th 238 53.8%
2007 53.60 118th 237 50.2%
2008 58.23 106th 236 55.1%
2009 49.66 137th 240 42.9%
2010 44.37 154th 242 36.4%
2011 69.47 72nd 237 69.6%
2012 73.29 55th 241 77.2%
2013 66.02 79th 241 67.2%
2014 75.52 36th 242 85.1%
2016 43.34 154th 244 36.9%
2018 47.29 131st 231 43.3%
2019 45.50 131st 231 43.3%
2021 40.65 131st 211 37.9%
2022 45.64 128th 233 45.1%
2023 46.35 130th 237 45.1%
2024 47.97 126th 234 46.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Epping Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 34.61 42nd 60 30.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Epping Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.66 118th 190 37.9%
2019 54.83 89th 192 53.6%
2021 40.05 101st 160 36.9%
2022 47.55 98th 187 47.6%
2023 49.99 97th 193 49.7%
2024 50.83 96th 187 48.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Epping Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 43.25 120th 195 38.5%
2019 37.59 128th 195 34.4%
2021 42.85 95th 168 43.5%
2022 46.64 108th 194 44.3%
2023 39.44 129th 199 35.2%
2024 46.63 105th 193 45.6%
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Rank History for White students at Epping Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NH State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 46.08 136th 227 40.1%
2019 43.92 138th 229 39.7%
2021 38.95 131st 209 37.3%
2022 45.90 133rd 229 41.9%
2023 47.78 122nd 233 47.6%
2024 49.27 123rd 228 46.1%
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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Epping Elementary School Test Scores
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Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 3)
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by a parent
Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Open Quote I feel that the curriculum is very advanced and therefore puts too much pressure on elementary students to accomplish the work. When a 2nd grade student doesn't "enjoy" school, it is not going to be a good journey through becoming a successful student:( Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Open Quote From the dedication of the principal, teachers, and staff, to the wonderful activities and school events, Epping Elementary is a excellent school! We have been so impressed with the level of community and parent involvement, and our child and his friends are thriving. Truly a great school in a great town, and getting better every year. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Epping Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 420 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 422
1992 445 2 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 451
1993 389 3 0 5 0 n/a n/a 0 397
1994 388 3 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 394
1995 403 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 405
1996 403 2 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 405
1997 397 2 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 401
1998 445 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 445
1999 439 1 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 440
2000 447 1 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 451
2001 461 3 1 5 1 n/a n/a 0 471
2002 479 1 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 487
2003 479 1 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 487
2004 453 0 2 4 0 n/a n/a 0 459
2005 462 3 4 1 0 n/a n/a 0 470
2006 457 3 7 1 0 n/a n/a 0 468
2007 455 1 10 0 0 n/a n/a 0 466
2008 443 2 11 0 0 n/a n/a 0 456
2009 451 3 11 1 0 n/a n/a 0 466
2010 445 5 14 1 2 0 0 0 467
2011 454 6 14 6 3 0 0 0 483
2012 472 6 13 8 3 0 0 0 502
2013 465 4 12 16 2 0 0 0 499
2014 489 6 9 14 3 0 0 0 521
2015 452 7 10 19 3 0 2 0 493
2016 464 5 8 16 3 0 1 0 497
2017 466 3 5 18 0 0 5 0 497
2018 450 2 4 17 0 0 10 0 483
2019 440 4 4 14 0 0 15 0 477
2020 440 4 4 11 0 0 15 0 474
2021 415 5 3 11 0 0 17 0 451
2022 425 2 2 8 0 0 14 0 451
2023 433 3 2 7 0 0 11 0 456

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Epping Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 422 33.0 12.7 14.7
1992 451 25.0 18.0 17.1
1993 397 23.0 17.3 19.1
1994 394 27.0 14.6 16.5
1995 405 22.0 18.4 18.3
1996 405 22.0 18.4 18.3
1997 401 28.0 14.3 n/a
1998 445 23.0 19.3 18.2
1999 440 23.0 19.1 15.7
2000 451 23.0 19.6 17.3
2001 471 25.5 18.5 17
2002 487 33.0 14.8 19.1
2003 487 33.0 14.8 19.1
2004 459 35.0 13.1 17.4
2005 470 36.0 13.1 16.2
2006 468 34.4 13.6 19
2007 466 39.6 11.8 15.9
2008 456 37.0 12.3 23.5
2009 466 38.0 12.3 16.1
2010 467 36.0 12.9 23.1
2011 483 37.0 13.0 14.3
2012 502 35.5 14.1 3.8
2013 499 36.6 13.6 24.6
2014 521 37.0 14.0 27.1
2015 493 35.0 14.0 29.2
2016 497 39.0 12.7 27.4
2017 497 37.0 13.4 27
2018 483 36.0 13.4 26.5
2019 477 36.6 13.0 26
2020 474 38.6 12.2 16.9
2021 451 38.4 11.7 18.2
2022 451 36.3 12.4 14.6
2023 456 43.5 10.4 20.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Epping Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 422 33.0 12.7 14.7
1992 451 25.0 18.0 17.1
1993 397 23.0 17.3 19.1
1994 394 27.0 14.6 16.5
1995 405 22.0 18.4 18.3
1996 405 22.0 18.4 18.3
1997 401 28.0 14.3 n/a
1998 445 23.0 19.3 18.2
1999 440 23.0 19.1 15.7
2000 451 23.0 19.6 17.3
2001 471 25.5 18.5 17
2002 487 33.0 14.8 19.1
2003 487 33.0 14.8 19.1
2004 459 35.0 13.1 17.4
2005 470 36.0 13.1 16.2
2006 468 34.4 13.6 19
2007 466 39.6 11.8 15.9
2008 456 37.0 12.3 23.5
2009 466 38.0 12.3 16.1
2010 467 36.0 12.9 23.1
2011 483 37.0 13.0 14.3
2012 502 35.5 14.1 3.8
2013 499 36.6 13.6 24.6
2014 521 37.0 14.0 27.1
2015 493 35.0 14.0 29.2
2016 497 39.0 12.7 27.4
2017 497 37.0 13.4 27
2018 483 36.0 13.4 26.5
2019 477 36.6 13.0 26
2020 474 38.6 12.2 16.9
2021 451 38.4 11.7 18.2
2022 451 36.3 12.4 14.6
2023 456 43.5 10.4 20.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Epping Elementary School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $18,400

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Epping Elementary School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 131st of 231 Elementary schoolsRanks 130th of 237 Elementary schools
 1.9%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Epping Elementary School)7038
 32%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Epping School District)7037
 33%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)5752
 5%
3rd Grade Reading (Epping Elementary School)4144
 3%
   3rd Grade Reading (Epping School District)4145
 4%
   3rd Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5246
 6%
4th Grade Mathematics (Epping Elementary School)4252
 10%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Epping School District)4252
 10%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)5251
 1%
4th Grade Reading (Epping Elementary School)5559
 4%
   4th Grade Reading (Epping School District)5459
 5%
   4th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5550
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Epping Elementary School)6527
 38%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Epping School District)6527
 38%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)4439
 5%
5th Grade Reading (Epping Elementary School)3462
 28%
   5th Grade Reading (Epping School District)3462
 28%
   5th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)5754
 3%
5th Grade Science (Epping Elementary School)3931
 8%
   5th Grade Science (Epping School District)3931
 8%
   5th Grade Science (New Hampshire)3836
 2%
All Grades Mathematics (Epping Elementary School)5940
 19%
   All Grades Mathematics (Epping School District)5737
 20%
   All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)4842
 6%
All Grades Reading (Epping Elementary School)4355
 12%
   All Grades Reading (Epping School District)4952
 3%
   All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)5652
 4%
All Grades Science (Epping Elementary School)3931
 8%
   All Grades Science (Epping School District)5235
 17%
   All Grades Science (New Hampshire)4037
 3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students477456
 4.4%
African American43
 25%
American Indian00
Asian42
 50%
Hispanic147
 50%
Pacific Islander00
White440433
 1.6%
Two or More Races1511
 26.7%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients26%20.6%
 5.4%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Epping Elementary School

In the 2022-23 school year, 456 students attended Epping Elementary School.

Epping Elementary School ranks 126th of 234 New Hampshire elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Epping Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Epping Middle School
High : Epping High School

Students at Epping Elementary School are 95% White, 2% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Hampshire Department of Education.

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