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Very Good

#156 of 480 schools in NH

Top 32% in state

Pelham Elementary School

Elementary School · Pelham School District

61 Marsh Rd., Pelham, NH 03076

Enrollment

752

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#156 of 480

In Pelham

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Pelham School District

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Pelham Elementary School

7.0/10

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

Pelham Memorial School

4.2/10

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6.6/10

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About Pelham Elementary School

Pelham Elementary School is a public elementary school in Pelham, NH, part of Pelham School District. Pelham Elementary School serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Pelham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Pelham Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above NH schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,729
Chronic Absenteeism12.4%

Pelham Elementary School — Students at Pelham Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.1% (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
73%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
56%

* 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 Pelham Elementary School Compares

See how Pelham Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
68th percentile in NH
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

Location

61 Marsh Rd., Pelham, NH 03076

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pelham Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Golden Brook Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Windham), with a very similar rating. Another option is STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Joseph McAvinnue (rated 6.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pelham, see our Pelham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Pelham Memorial School Pelham 0.2 mi 4.2
Pelham High School Pelham 0.3 mi 6.6
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pelham 0.6 mi 8.0
DYNAMIC FOUNDATIONS FOR CHILDREN Pelham 0.8 mi
KINGS KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER Pelham 2.7 mi
George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut 3.4 mi 5.7
Dracut Senior High Dracut 3.5 mi 4.7
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut 3.5 mi 5.0
Golden Brook Elementary School Windham 3.6 mi 7.2
Windham Middle School Windham 3.7 mi 7.8
Brookside Elementary Dracut 3.7 mi 3.3
Greenmont Avenue Dracut 4.0 mi 6.0
HIJK,INC DAB EARLY START LEARNING ACADEMY Hudson 3.8 mi
STE JEANNE D'ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lowell 4.7 mi 6.8
S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell 4.7 mi 4.6
Greenhalge Lowell 4.8 mi 5.2
Windham High School Windham 4.8 mi 8.3
Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell 4.7 mi 5.7
Joseph McAvinnue Lowell 5.1 mi 6.7
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell 5.2 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,804

Median Home Value

$484,500

Median Rent

$1,390/mo

Population

14,333

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

88.1%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

43

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
New Boston Central School New Boston, NH 7.1
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua, NH 6.8
Bow Elementary School Bow, NH 7.4
Matthew Thornton Elementary School Londonderry, NH 6.6
Auburn Village School Auburn, NH 6.5
Hampstead Central School Hampstead, NH 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pelham Elementary School

What grades does Pelham Elementary School serve?

Pelham Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Pelham Elementary School?

Pelham Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pelham Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pelham Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pelham Elementary School rank in NH?

Pelham Elementary School ranks #156 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Pelham Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pelham Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Pelham Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pelham Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pelham Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Pelham Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Pelham Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pelham Elementary School?

9.0% of students at Pelham 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.4%

District

Pelham School District
District Enrollment
1,648
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,729
District Rank
#1 of 3

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