Alton Central School (Elem) vs Parker-Varney School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alton Central School (Elem)
Alton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
407 students
Parker-Varney School
Manchester · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
406 students
| Measure | Alton Central School (Elem) Alton, New Hampshire | Parker-Varney School Manchester, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #192 of 254 | #242 of 254 |
| National rank | #20175 of 50,301 | #33610 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 407 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 407 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15% | 53% |
| Students per teacher | 9.5 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| city | Alton | Manchester |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alton Central School (Elem) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 37.6).
- •Alton Central School (Elem) does better on math proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Alton Central School (Elem) does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •Alton Central School (Elem) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 53%).
- •Alton Central School (Elem) does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 12.7).
- •Alton Central School (Elem) is the larger school with 407 students compared with 406.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alton Central School (Elem) better than Parker-Varney School?
On the Success Index (US), Alton Central School (Elem) ranks higher (57.1 vs 37.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alton Central School (Elem) and Parker-Varney School?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Alton and Manchester in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alton Central School (Elem): 407. Parker-Varney School: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alton Central School (Elem) and Parker-Varney School rank in New Hampshire?
Alton Central School (Elem) is 192nd of 254 and Parker-Varney School is 242nd of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).