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#461 of 480 schools in NH

Mt. Pleasant School

Elementary School · Nashua School District

10 Manchester St., Nashua, NH 03060

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#461 of 480

In Nashua

#20 of 22

public schools

In district

#17 of 19

Nashua School District

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Mt. Pleasant School

3.2/10

Elementary School in Nashua · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mt. Pleasant School

Mt. Pleasant School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Mt.

Pleasant School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Pleasant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #461 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Mt. Pleasant School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Mt. Pleasant School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

45% of students at Mt. Pleasant 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,315
Chronic Absenteeism44.7%

Mt. Pleasant School — Students at Mt. Pleasant School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Mt. Pleasant School Compares

See how Mt. Pleasant School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in NH
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

Location

10 Manchester St., Nashua, NH 03060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mt. Pleasant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Ave Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hills Garrison Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua 0.2 mi 4.1
Franklin Street School Nashua 0.4 mi
Amherst Street School Nashua 0.3 mi 4.3
NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua 0.8 mi
Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua 0.8 mi 6.9
Elm Street Middle School Nashua 1.1 mi 4.5
CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua 0.8 mi
Pennichuck Middle School Nashua 1.3 mi 5.6
Ledge Street School Nashua 1.2 mi 2.9
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 1.3 mi 2.7
Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua 1.7 mi 5.5
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 1.4 mi 6.6
Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua 1.8 mi 3.5
Nashua High School South Nashua 1.7 mi 6.9
Purple Panthers Preschool Nashua 1.7 mi 3.5
BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 2.1 mi 6.2
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School Hudson 1.7 mi 8.2
Hills Garrison Elementary School Hudson 2.1 mi 6.4
Gate City Charter School for the Arts Merrimack 2.6 mi 2.9
Alvirne High School Hudson 2.4 mi 5.6

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
McClelland School Rochester, NH 3.3
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) Keene, NH 3.4
Marlborough Elementary School Marlborough, NH 3.4
Richards Elementary School Newport, NH 3.0
Hinsdale Elementary School Hinsdale, NH 3.5
Chamberlain Street School Rochester, NH 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mt. Pleasant School

What grades does Mt. Pleasant School serve?

Mt. Pleasant School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mt. Pleasant School?

Mt. Pleasant School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pleasant School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mt. Pleasant School rank in NH?

Mt. Pleasant School ranks #461 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Mt. Pleasant School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mt. Pleasant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Mt. Pleasant School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Pleasant School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mt. Pleasant School a charter school?

No, Mt. Pleasant School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mt. Pleasant School a Title I school?

No, Mt. Pleasant School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Pleasant School?

73.5% of students at Mt. Pleasant 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

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.7%

District

Nashua School District
District Enrollment
9,863
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,315
District Rank
#17 of 19

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