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#437 of 480 schools in NH

Chamberlain Street School

Elementary School · Rochester School District

65 Chamberlain St., Rochester, NH 03867

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#437 of 480

In Rochester

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 10

Rochester School District

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Chamberlain Street School

3.6/10

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

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About Chamberlain Street School

Chamberlain Street School is a public elementary school in Rochester, NH, part of Rochester School District. Chamberlain Street School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Chamberlain Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #437 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Chamberlain Street School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.3
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,389
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Chamberlain Street School — Students at Chamberlain Street School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (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
65%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
17%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Chamberlain Street School Compares

See how Chamberlain Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.6/10
9th percentile in NH
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

65 Chamberlain St., Rochester, NH 03867

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chamberlain Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Rochester School (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby E. Rochester), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Allen School (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seacoast Charter School (rated 5.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Dover), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
School Street School Rochester 0.5 mi 4.9
MONARCH SCHOOL OF NEW ENGLAND Rochester 1.0 mi 6.7
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Rochester 0.8 mi
William Allen School Rochester 1.0 mi 5.3
ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Rochester 1.0 mi 4.7
Spaulding High School Rochester 1.2 mi 5.8
Bud Carlson Academy Rochester 1.3 mi 4.0
Maple Street Magnet School Rochester 1.3 mi 3.0
East Rochester School E. Rochester 1.7 mi 5.5
McClelland School Rochester 1.6 mi 3.3
Rochester Middle School Rochester 1.8 mi 3.0
Gonic School Gonic 2.2 mi 4.4
ROCHESTER LEARNING ACADEMY Gonic 2.4 mi
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth 4.6 mi 6.9
CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover 6.1 mi
Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth 5.4 mi 4.2
Somersworth High School Somersworth 5.4 mi 5.4
Somersworth Middle School Somersworth 5.4 mi 5.3
Seacoast Charter School Dover 6.5 mi 5.2
Barrington Middle School Barrington 6.8 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,397

Median Home Value

$259,200

Median Rent

$1,217/mo

Population

22,886

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

61.8%

Avg Commute

27.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

44.1

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Parker-Varney School Manchester, NH 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chamberlain Street School

What grades does Chamberlain Street School serve?

Chamberlain Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Chamberlain Street School?

Chamberlain Street School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chamberlain Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chamberlain Street School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chamberlain Street School rank in NH?

Chamberlain Street School ranks #437 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Chamberlain Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chamberlain Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Chamberlain Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chamberlain Street School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Chamberlain Street School a charter school?

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

Is Chamberlain Street School a Title I school?

No, Chamberlain Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chamberlain Street School?

42.4% of students at Chamberlain 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Strafford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

Rochester School District
District Enrollment
3,855
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,389
District Rank
#7 of 10

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