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#45 of 73 private schools in NH

Bishop Guertin High School

High School

194 LUND RD, Nashua, NH 03060

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in Nashua. Learn more

Enrollment

803

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Nashua

#4 of 4

public schools

New Hampshire high schools

#16 of 22

About Bishop Guertin High School

Bishop Guertin High School serves grades 9–12 in Nashua, a small city in New Hampshire's Hillsborough County. With an enrollment of 803 students and a student-teacher ratio of 12:1, the school offers a traditional public high school experience with a moderate class size and attentive teacher-to-student dynamics. The school ranks #20 out of 73 high schools statewide, placing it in the upper half of New Hampshire schools.

This positioning reflects a foundation of academic work, though families considering Bishop Guertin should feel comfortable asking school leadership about their approach to student performance, curriculum strengths, and support services. Bishop Guertin operates with a team of 67 full-time equivalent teachers supporting its student body. Located at 194 Lund Road, the school serves the Nashua community, offering high school students a neighborhood-based educational setting with easy access for families in the area.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Bishop Guertin High School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bishop Guertin High School compares to the 23 public schools in Nashua, NH

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
803
This School
vs
466
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 80.3% vs 0%
Asian 7.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Bishop Guertin High School Nashua Public Avg

All Schools in Nashua

School Rating
Bishop Guertin High School (this school) 6.2
Fairgrounds Middle School 5.5
Fairgrounds Elementary School 3.4
New Searles School 6.2
Elm Street Middle School 5.1
Ledge Street School 4.4
Nashua High School South 6.8
Purple Panthers Preschool 5.7
Sunset Heights School 5.4
MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation 4.8
Bicentennial Elementary School 6.5
Franklin Street School
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School 3.6
Nashua Title I Preschool 6.0
Nashua High School North 6.3
Mt. Pleasant School 4.6
Amherst Street School 3.2
Main Dunstable School 6.1
Broad Street Elementary School 5.9
Charlotte Ave Elementary School 6.6
Birch Hill Elementary School 6.6

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Nashua

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 34%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Enrollment 803
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 80.3%
Asian 7.1%
Two or More 6.5%
Hispanic 4.5%
Black 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

194 LUND RD, Nashua, NH 03060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bishop Guertin High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Nashua High School South (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua 0.3 mi 5.5
Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua 0.5 mi 3.4
New Searles School Nashua 1.0 mi 6.2
Elm Street Middle School Nashua 1.2 mi 5.1
Ledge Street School Nashua 1.3 mi 4.4
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua 1.7 mi 6.5
Nashua High School South Nashua 1.5 mi 6.8
Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua 1.5 mi 5.7
Franklin Street School Nashua 1.8 mi
Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua 2.0 mi 6.0
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 2.1 mi 6.4
Amherst Street School Nashua 2.2 mi 3.2
Mt. Pleasant School Nashua 2.1 mi 4.6
Sunset Heights School Nashua 1.6 mi 5.4
MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua 1.7 mi 4.8
CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua 2.3 mi
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 1.9 mi 6.6
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 1.9 mi 3.6
NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua 2.4 mi
GRANITE START EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nashua 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,068

Median Home Value

$338,700

Median Rent

$1,539/mo

Population

32,223

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bishop Guertin High School has a median household income of $78,068. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,700, with a median rent of $1,539/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Goffstown High School Goffstown, NH 6.1
John Stark Regional High School Weare, NH 6.0
Plymouth Regional High School Plymouth, NH 6.5
Salem High School Salem, NH 6.5
Bow High School Bow, NH 6.6
Oyster River High School Durham, NH 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bishop Guertin High School

What grades does Bishop Guertin High School serve?

Bishop Guertin High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bishop Guertin High School?

Bishop Guertin High School has an enrollment of approximately 803 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Guertin High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Guertin High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bishop Guertin High School rank in NH?

Bishop Guertin High School is ranked #45 out of 73 private schools in NH.

What is Bishop Guertin High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bishop Guertin High School has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bishop Guertin High School a private school?

Yes, Bishop Guertin High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bishop Guertin High School a religious school?

Bishop Guertin High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
Elevated (1,428/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Nashua). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
803
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
HILLSBOROUGH
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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