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#184 of 480 schools in NH

Top 38% in state

Bicentennial Elementary School

Elementary School · Nashua School District

296 E. Dunstable Rd., Nashua, NH 03062

Enrollment

506

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#184 of 480

In Nashua

#7 of 22

public schools

In district

#5 of 19

Nashua School District

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Bicentennial Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Nashua · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bicentennial Elementary School

Bicentennial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Bicentennial Elementary School serves approximately 506 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bicentennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Bicentennial Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,315
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Bicentennial Elementary School — Students at Bicentennial Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
55%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Bicentennial Elementary School Compares

See how Bicentennial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in NH
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Location

296 E. Dunstable Rd., Nashua, NH 03062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bicentennial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swallow/Union School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Dunstable), which scores notably higher. Another option is Main Dunstable School (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, New Searles School (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 0.5 mi 6.4
New Searles School Nashua 0.9 mi 6.9
BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 1.7 mi 6.2
Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua 2.0 mi 3.5
Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua 2.2 mi 5.5
GRANITE START EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nashua 1.6 mi
Sunset Heights School Nashua 2.1 mi 5.4
Main Dunstable School Nashua 2.0 mi 7.5
Elm Street Middle School Nashua 2.7 mi 4.5
Swallow/Union School Dunstable 2.8 mi 8.3
Ledge Street School Nashua 2.9 mi 2.9
Nashua High School South Nashua 3.0 mi 6.9
Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua 3.0 mi 3.5
MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua 2.7 mi 6.1
2ND NATURE ACADEMY Nashua 2.4 mi 7.5
Franklin Street School Nashua 3.4 mi
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 3.2 mi 6.6
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 3.3 mi 2.7
Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua 3.6 mi 4.1
Nashua High School North Nashua 3.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,849

Median Home Value

$398,100

Median Rent

$1,864/mo

Population

28,713

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

42.3

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School Rating
Epsom Central School Epsom, NH 6.8
Garrison School Dover, NH 6.8
Nottingham West Elementary School Hudson, NH 6.8
William T. Barron Elementary School Salem, NH 6.8
Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua, NH 6.9
Beaver Meadow School Concord, NH 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bicentennial Elementary School

What grades does Bicentennial Elementary School serve?

Bicentennial Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bicentennial Elementary School?

Bicentennial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bicentennial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bicentennial Elementary School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bicentennial Elementary School rank in NH?

Bicentennial Elementary School ranks #184 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Bicentennial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bicentennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bicentennial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bicentennial Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bicentennial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bicentennial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bicentennial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bicentennial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bicentennial Elementary School?

15.6% of students at Bicentennial Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
506
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Nashua School District
District Enrollment
9,863
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,315
District Rank
#5 of 19

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