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2 schools in Alton

New Hampshire · Public K-12

Across 2 public schools, Alton (New Hampshire) serves approximately 809 K-12 students across 1 elementary and 1 high.

7-year change in Alton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
809
-120 (-13%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
94%
was 95%
% Hispanic
2%
was 2%
% Black
0%
was 0%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages

Schools

A-ZLargestTop rated
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Alton Central School (Elem)ElementaryPK-08407
Prospect Mountain High SchoolHigh09-13402

About Alton

Alton is a rural-scale New Hampshire city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 809 students total.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Average school size in Alton is around 405 students, 25% above the New Hampshire average of about 324.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 809 students, fell 13% from the 929 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Alton discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Alton?
Alton, New Hampshire has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 809 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Alton?
Alton has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Alton?
Alton Central School (Elem) is the largest public school in Alton by enrollment, with approximately 407 students.
What school districts serve Alton?
Alton is served by 2 public school districts, including Alton School District, Prospect Mountain JMA School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Alton cover?
Public schools in Alton serve students from pre-K through grade 13.