Below Average
#393 of 480 schools in NH
Middle School at Parkside
Middle School · Manchester School District
75 Parkside Ave., Manchester, NH 03102
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
4.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#393 of 480
In Manchester
#13 of 29
public schools
In district
#7 of 21
Manchester School District
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Middle School at Parkside
Middle School in Manchester · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Middle School at Parkside
Middle School at Parkside is a public middle school in Manchester, NH, part of Manchester School District. Middle School at Parkside serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle School at Parkside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Middle School at Parkside show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 3.7
- NH avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Middle School at Parkside sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Middle School at Parkside sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Middle School at Parkside 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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Middle School at Parkside — Students at Middle School at Parkside score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
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: 6.5/10.
How Middle School at Parkside Compares
See how Middle School at Parkside performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Parkside Ave., Manchester, NH 03102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle School at Parkside may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BENEDICT ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gossler Park School Manchester | 0.1 mi | 2.8 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Manchester | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARIE CHILD CARE CENTER Manchester | 0.3 mi | — |
| Manchester West High School Manchester | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PETER'S HOME Manchester | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Polaris Charter School Manchester | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ST BENEDICT ACADEMY Manchester | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Northwest Elementary School Manchester | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Parker-Varney School Manchester | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Manchester | 0.8 mi | — |
| Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (M) Manchester | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H) Manchester | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bakersville School Manchester | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ST AUGUSTIN PRESCHOOL Manchester | 1.2 mi | — |
| COLORFUL APPLES LEARNING CENTER Manchester | 1.4 mi | — |
| Beech Street School Manchester | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Manchester Central High School Manchester | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Bartlett Elementary School Manchester | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| MT ST MARY ACADEMY Manchester | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,927
Median Home Value
$309,400
Median Rent
$1,533/mo
Population
33,755
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua, NH | 4.5 |
| Rundlett Middle School Concord, NH | 4.5 |
| 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 Middle School at Parkside
What grades does Middle School at Parkside serve?
Middle School at Parkside serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Middle School at Parkside?
Middle School at Parkside has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle School at Parkside?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle School at Parkside is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle School at Parkside rank in NH?
Middle School at Parkside ranks #393 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Middle School at Parkside's MySchoolScout rating?
Middle School at Parkside has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Middle School at Parkside?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle School at Parkside has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Middle School at Parkside a charter school?
No, Middle School at Parkside is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle School at Parkside a Title I school?
No, Middle School at Parkside is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle School at Parkside?
55.2% of students at Middle School at Parkside 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 83
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (603) 624-6356
Resources & Links
District
Manchester School District- District Enrollment
- 11,980
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,077
- District Rank
- #7 of 21
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