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#311 of 480 schools in NH
Fairgrounds Elementary School
Elementary School · Nashua School District
37 Blanchard St., Nashua, NH 03060
Enrollment
499
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
499
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#311 of 480
In Nashua
#12 of 22
public schools
In district
#9 of 19
Nashua School District
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Fairgrounds Elementary School
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About Fairgrounds Elementary School
Fairgrounds Elementary School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Fairgrounds Elementary School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Fairgrounds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #311 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Fairgrounds Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Fairgrounds Elementary 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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Fairgrounds Elementary School — Students at Fairgrounds Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
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: 6.9/10.
How Fairgrounds Elementary School Compares
See how Fairgrounds Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
37 Blanchard St., Nashua, NH 03060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairgrounds Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Searles School (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Ave Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bicentennial Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 0.2 mi | 3.5 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Franklin Street School Nashua | 1.3 mi | — |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| New Searles School Nashua | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Amherst Street School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Mt. Pleasant School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 1.7 mi | — |
| NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua | 1.9 mi | — |
| MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Nashua High School North Nashua | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sunset Heights School Nashua | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Daniel J. Bakie School Kingston, NH | 5.5 |
| James Mastricola Elementary School Merrimack, NH | 5.5 |
| Moose Hill School Londonderry, NH | 5.5 |
| Symonds Elementary School Keene, NH | 5.5 |
| Webster School Manchester, NH | 5.5 |
| Woodman Park School Dover, NH | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairgrounds Elementary School
What grades does Fairgrounds Elementary School serve?
Fairgrounds Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fairgrounds Elementary School?
Fairgrounds Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
How does Fairgrounds Elementary School rank in NH?
Fairgrounds Elementary School ranks #311 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Fairgrounds Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairgrounds Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Fairgrounds Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairgrounds Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fairgrounds Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fairgrounds Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairgrounds Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fairgrounds Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairgrounds Elementary School?
61.1% of students at Fairgrounds 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (603) 966-2220
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #9 of 19
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