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Broken Ground School

Elementary School · Concord School District

51 South Curtisville Road, Concord, NH 03301

Enrollment

310

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#292 of 480

In Concord

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Concord School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Broken Ground School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Concord · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Broken Ground School

Broken Ground School is a public elementary school in Concord, NH, part of Concord School District. Broken Ground School serves approximately 310 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Broken Ground School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Broken Ground School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,479
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Broken Ground School — Students at Broken Ground School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.4% (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
74%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
41%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Broken Ground School Compares

See how Broken Ground School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in NH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Location

51 South Curtisville Road, Concord, NH 03301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Broken Ground School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SHAKER ROAD SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Christa McAuliffe School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mill Brook School (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Mill Brook School Concord 0.1 mi 7.0
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Concord 1.6 mi 6.0
SHAKER ROAD SCHOOL Concord 1.7 mi 7.6
ST JOHN REGIONAL SCHOOL Concord 2.6 mi 6.1
CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord 2.0 mi
Christa McAuliffe School Concord 2.5 mi 7.5
Strong Foundations Charter School Pembroke 3.0 mi 5.2
Concord High School Concord 2.9 mi 6.5
Abbot-Downing School Concord 3.4 mi 6.4
Rundlett Middle School Concord 3.4 mi 4.5
SECOND START Concord 2.8 mi
Beaver Meadow School Concord 3.0 mi 6.6
Loudon Elementary School Loudon 4.2 mi 4.6
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Concord 4.1 mi 6.7
MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bow 5.0 mi
Penacook Elementary School Penacook 4.5 mi 3.7
Bow High School Bow 5.7 mi 7.9
Bow Memorial School Bow 5.8 mi 5.9
Merrimack Valley Middle School Penacook 4.8 mi 5.3
Merrimack Valley High School Penacook 4.8 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,943

Median Home Value

$344,300

Median Rent

$1,355/mo

Population

33,987

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

55.8%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Median Age

40.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Broken Ground School

What grades does Broken Ground School serve?

Broken Ground School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Broken Ground School?

Broken Ground School has an enrollment of approximately 310 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Broken Ground School?

The student-teacher ratio at Broken Ground School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Broken Ground School rank in NH?

Broken Ground School ranks #292 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Broken Ground School's MySchoolScout rating?

Broken Ground School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Broken Ground School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Broken Ground School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Broken Ground School a charter school?

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

Is Broken Ground School a Title I school?

No, Broken Ground School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Broken Ground School?

39.4% of students at Broken Ground 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
310
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Merrimack County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

Concord School District
District Enrollment
3,949
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,479
District Rank
#6 of 7

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