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Canaan Elementary School

31 School St.
Canaan, NH 03741
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Canaan Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Bottom 50% in NH
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Canaan Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
232 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026

School Rankings

Canaan Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canaan Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#240 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50-54%
42%
35-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.17
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Canaan Elementary School's ranking?
Canaan Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Canaan Elementary School often compared to?
Canaan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollis Primary School, Richards Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Canaan Elementary School?
232 students attend Canaan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Canaan Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canaan Elementary School?
Canaan Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canaan Elementary School offer ?
Canaan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Canaan Elementary School part of?
Canaan Elementary School is part of Mascoma Valley Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 232 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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