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#264 of 480 schools in NH
Main Dunstable School
Elementary School · Nashua School District
20 Whitford Rd., Nashua, NH 03062
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Nashua
#10 of 22
public schools
New Hampshire elementary schools
#161 of 280
In district
#8 of 19
Nashua School District
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Very strong
About Main Dunstable School
Main Dunstable School serves 360 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Nashua, New Hampshire, with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 30 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public elementary school has earned strong recognition, ranking 64th out of 483 schools statewide and placing in the 87th percentile with a 7.5 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating. Academically, Main Dunstable demonstrates solid performance with 63% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 58% meeting standards in English Language Arts and reading across all grade levels.
The school's academic score of 8.3 out of 10 reflects consistent educational outcomes that serve families well. Located on Whitford Road, the school sits within an affluent and educated community in ZIP code 03062, where the median household income reaches $101,433 and half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. With a low poverty rate of just 3.8% and median home values of $364,500, the neighborhood reflects strong community investment in education.
Main Dunstable School operates within Nashua's small city environment, providing elementary students with a well-resourced educational foundation in a stable, economically advantaged community setting.
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 6 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: 5.4/10.
How Main Dunstable School Compares
See how Main Dunstable School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 63% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 58% (2022).
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 7.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Dunstable), which scores notably higher. Another option is Birch Hill Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bicentennial Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 4.8 |
| New Searles School Nashua | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Nashua High School North Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Nashua High School South Nashua | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua | 2.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CHAPEL SCHOOL Nashua | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua | 2.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WORLD ACADEMY Nashua | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Swallow/Union School Dunstable | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 3.8 mi | — |
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua | 3.3 mi | 5.1 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Main Dunstable School has a median household income of $102,849. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $398,100, with a median rent of $1,864/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Maple Avenue School Claremont, NH | 6.1 |
| Grinnell School Derry, NH | 6.0 |
| Mildred C. Lakeway School Littleton, NH | 6.0 |
| Christa McAuliffe School Concord, NH | 6.2 |
| Fuller Elementary School Keene, NH | 6.2 |
| Jaffrey Grade School Jaffrey, NH | 6.2 |
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 is ranked #264 out of 480 schools in NH.
What is Main Dunstable School's MySchoolScout rating?
Main Dunstable School has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Main Dunstable School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Main Dunstable School has 65.7% math proficiency and 64.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,428/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Nashua). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (603) 966-2320
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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