Below Average
#390 of 480 schools in NH
Elm Street Middle School
Middle School · Nashua School District
117 Elm St., Nashua, NH 03060
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#390 of 480
In Nashua
#14 of 22
public schools
In district
#11 of 19
Nashua School District
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About Elm Street Middle School
Elm Street Middle School is a public middle school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Elm Street Middle School serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Street Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Elm Street Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- NH avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Elm Street Middle 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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Elm Street Middle School — Students at Elm Street Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.9%
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 Elm Street Middle School Compares
See how Elm Street Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
117 Elm St., Nashua, NH 03060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elm Street Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pennichuck Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fairgrounds Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Street School Nashua | 0.8 mi | — |
| Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant School Nashua | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Amherst Street School Nashua | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua | 1.6 mi | — |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sunset Heights School Nashua | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School Hudson | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| New Searles School Nashua | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Pennichuck Middle School Nashua | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rundlett Middle School Concord, NH | 4.5 |
| Middle School At Parkside Manchester, NH | 4.4 |
| Dover Middle School Dover, NH | 4.3 |
| Keene Middle School Keene, NH | 4.0 |
| Timberlane Regional Middle School Plaistow, NH | 5.1 |
| Hillside Middle School Manchester, NH | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elm Street Middle School
What grades does Elm Street Middle School serve?
Elm Street Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Elm Street Middle School?
Elm Street Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elm Street Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elm Street Middle School rank in NH?
Elm Street Middle School ranks #390 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Elm Street Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elm Street Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Elm Street Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Street Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elm Street Middle School a charter school?
No, Elm Street Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elm Street Middle School a Title I school?
No, Elm Street Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elm Street Middle School?
46.9% of students at Elm Street Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 895
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (603) 966-3900
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #11 of 19
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