Summary:
ZIP code 03743 has three K–5 elementary schools associated with it, all in Claremont, New Hampshire, and all part of the Claremont School District. Two schools are currently open—Maple Avenue School and Disnard Elementary School—while Bluff School closed on October 7, 2025. The open schools are similar in size, enrolling 264 students at Maple Avenue and 254 at Disnard. The district ranks 151st of 166 New Hampshire districts, so families should view these schools in the context of a district facing significant academic challenges.
Maple Avenue School is the stronger current performer. In 2025–26, it reported 30% proficiency in mathematics, 41% in reading, and 24% in science, compared with 28% mathematics and 24% reading at Disnard Elementary School. Maple also ranked 203rd of 230 schools, ahead of Disnard at 220th. Its largest advantage is reading, where it led Disnard in every tested grade and by 30 percentage points in fifth grade. Maple’s results still trailed statewide averages, however, and fourth-grade mathematics was a notable weakness at just 21%. Disnard showed relative strength in fourth- and fifth-grade mathematics, but its overall results fell sharply from the prior year, especially reading, which declined from 42% to 24%.
For parents comparing the two open schools, Maple appears to offer the stronger and more consistent academic profile, particularly for reading. Disnard’s grade-level variation suggests that its mathematics performance is stronger in some grades, while third- and fifth-grade reading require particular attention. Science is a broader concern across the area: Maple’s latest result was above the district figure but remained 14 points below the state average. Historically, Bluff School had the lowest rankings and generally weaker results before closing. Its closure may affect enrollment, staffing, and student assignments at the two remaining schools, so families should also consider current school offerings and support services when making comparisons.
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