Merrimack School District
School District · Merrimack, New Hampshire
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
3,544
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
3,544
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
How this district compares
New Hampshire rank
#30 of 90
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.7
above New Hampshire avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,834
$548 vs New Hampshire median
District size
3,544 students
Much larger than New Hampshire median
The short answer
Merrimack School District ranks #30 of 90 New Hampshire districts by overall school rating. Merrimack School District's schools with real test data average 7.0/10 across 6 schools. Its top-rated schools are James Mastricola Elementary School (8.6/10), Reeds Ferry School (7.5/10), and James Mastricola Upper Elementary School (7.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Merrimack School District schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Merrimack School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Mastricola Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Reeds Ferry School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 3 | James Mastricola Upper Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Merrimack Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Merrimack High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Thorntons Ferry School | 5.8 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Merrimack School District
Merrimack School District is a Merrimack, New Hampshire school district serving 6 schools.The district educates 3,544 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. District-level spending was $21,834 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 7.0/10, Merrimack School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is James Mastricola Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Merrimack School District students show an average math proficiency of 53.0% and ELA proficiency of 60.5%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Merrimack School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Merrimack School District with test data.
Schools in Merrimack School District
6 schoolsElementary Schools3
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- New Hampshire
- City
- Merrimack
- Total Enrollment
- 3,544
- Teachers (FTE)
- 292
- District spending per student
- $21,834NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 2.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Merrimack School District?
Merrimack School District has 6 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Merrimack School District?
The average composite rating for Merrimack School District is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Merrimack School District?
Merrimack School District's district-level spending was $21,834 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Merrimack School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Merrimack School District is 12.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Merrimack School District?
James Mastricola Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Merrimack School District with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Merrimack School District?
Across schools in Merrimack School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 53.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 60.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Merrimack School District compare to other districts in New Hampshire?
Merrimack School District has an average school rating of 7.0/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New Hampshire by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 53.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 60.5%
How we rate schools
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Compare Merrimack School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Merrimack Valley School District (7)
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- Newfound Area School District (6)
- Portsmouth School District (6)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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