School Overview
Holderness Central School, located in the picturesque town of Holderness, New Hampshire, serves students from preschool through eighth grade as part of the SAU 48 school district. The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive, small-school environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and civic responsibility. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between educators, families, and the town, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school while grounding them in a strong foundation of core competencies.

Beyond its standard academic curriculum, Holderness Central School leverages its unique North Country location to offer a well-rounded educational experience. The school places a high value on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and enrichment programs that encourage personal discovery and teamwork. With a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of all learners, the school strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and school spirit, helping students develop the confidence and character necessary to succeed in their future educational endeavors.
152
Total Students
19.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Holderness Central School
Demographic Student Count
White143
Black1
Asian3
Two or More5
  • White
    143 (94.1 %)
  • Two or More
    5 (3.3 %)
  • Asian
    3 (2.0 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Holderness School District
Phone: (603)536-2538
Website: http://www.hcs.sau48.org
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 152
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 22
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 17
Grade 1 19
Grade 2 17
Grade 3 10
Grade 4 15
Grade 5 14
Grade 6 23
Grade 7 18
Grade 8 19

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Holderness Central School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten17
Grade 119
Grade 217
Grade 310
Grade 415
Grade 514
Grade 623
Grade 718
Grade 819
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Holderness Central School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female7448.7%
Male7851.3%