Very Good
#125 of 480 schools in NH
Top 26% in state
Main Dunstable School
Elementary School · Nashua School District
20 Whitford Rd., Nashua, NH 03062
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#125 of 480
In Nashua
#2 of 22
public schools
In district
#1 of 19
Nashua School District
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Main Dunstable School
Main Dunstable School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Main Dunstable School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Main Dunstable School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #125 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Main Dunstable School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- NH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Main Dunstable School — Students at Main Dunstable School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
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: 7.9/10.
How Main Dunstable School Compares
See how Main Dunstable School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Whitford Rd., Nashua, NH 03062
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Main Dunstable School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swallow/Union School (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Dunstable), which scores slightly higher. Another option is New Searles School (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bicentennial Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANITE START EARLY LEARNING CENTER Nashua | 0.4 mi | — |
| 2ND NATURE ACADEMY Nashua | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| New Searles School Nashua | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Nashua High School North Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CHAPEL SCHOOL Nashua | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 2.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua | 3.3 mi | 3.9 |
| WORLD ACADEMY Nashua | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Swallow/Union School Dunstable | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 3.8 mi | — |
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Franklin Street School Nashua | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,849
Median Home Value
$398,100
Median Rent
$1,864/mo
Population
28,713
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christa McAuliffe School Concord, NH | 7.5 |
| Northwood Elementary School Northwood, NH | 7.5 |
| Atkinson Academy Atkinson, NH | 7.4 |
| Boscawen Elementary School Boscawen, NH | 7.6 |
| Derry Village School Derry, NH | 7.6 |
| Hampstead Central School Hampstead, NH | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Main Dunstable School
What grades does Main Dunstable School serve?
Main Dunstable School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Main Dunstable School?
Main Dunstable School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Main Dunstable School?
The student-teacher ratio at Main Dunstable School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Main Dunstable School rank in NH?
Main Dunstable School ranks #125 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Main Dunstable School's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Dunstable School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Main Dunstable School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Main Dunstable School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Main Dunstable School a charter school?
No, Main Dunstable School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Main Dunstable School a Title I school?
No, Main Dunstable School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Main Dunstable School?
12.5% of students at Main Dunstable 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
- 360
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (603) 966-2320
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #1 of 19
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