Below Average
#402 of 480 schools in NH
Amherst Street School
Elementary School · Nashua School District
71 Amherst St., Nashua, NH 03064
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#402 of 480
In Nashua
#15 of 22
public schools
In district
#12 of 19
Nashua School District
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About Amherst Street School
Amherst Street School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Amherst Street School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Amherst Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #402 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Amherst Street School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Amherst Street School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Amherst Street School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Amherst Street School — Students at Amherst Street School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Amherst Street School Compares
See how Amherst Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
71 Amherst St., Nashua, NH 03064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amherst Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Ave Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Broad Street Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mt. Pleasant School Nashua | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Franklin Street School Nashua | 0.5 mi | — |
| NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua | 0.4 mi | — |
| Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 0.5 mi | — |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Pennichuck Middle School Nashua | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Gate City Charter School for the Arts Merrimack | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School Hudson | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,528
Median Home Value
$382,000
Median Rent
$1,439/mo
Population
14,565
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
59.7%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belmont Elementary School Belmont, NH | 4.2 |
| Glen Lake School Goffstown, NH | 4.2 |
| Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth, NH | 4.2 |
| Pembroke Hill School Pembroke, NH | 4.2 |
| Pine Tree Elementary School Ctr. Conway, NH | 4.2 |
| Center Woods School Weare, NH | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amherst Street School
What grades does Amherst Street School serve?
Amherst Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Amherst Street School?
Amherst Street School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amherst Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Amherst Street School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amherst Street School rank in NH?
Amherst Street School ranks #402 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Amherst Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Amherst Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amherst Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amherst Street School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Amherst Street School a charter school?
No, Amherst Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amherst Street School a Title I school?
No, Amherst Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amherst Street School?
69.2% of students at Amherst Street School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (603) 966-1700
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #12 of 19
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