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#291 of 480 schools in NH
Pollard Elementary School
Elementary School · Timberlane Regional School District
120 Main St., Plaistow, NH 03865
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#291 of 480
In Plaistow
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Timberlane Regional School District
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Pollard Elementary School
Elementary School in Plaistow · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Little Explorers Learning Center
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About Pollard Elementary School
Pollard Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plaistow, NH, part of Timberlane Regional School District. Pollard Elementary School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pollard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Pollard Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- NH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Pollard Elementary School — Students at Pollard Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
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: 5.1/10.
How Pollard Elementary School Compares
See how Pollard Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
120 Main St., Plaistow, NH 03865
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pollard Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atkinson Academy (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Atkinson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moody (rated 6.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HAMPSTEAD ACADEMY (rated 6.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hampstead), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plaistow, see our Plaistow schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE EXPLORERS LEARNING CENTER Plaistow | 0.7 mi | — |
| Timberlane Regional High School Plaistow | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Timberlane Regional Middle School Plaistow | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| SEACOAST LEARNING COLLABORATIVE Newton | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| John G Whittier Haverhill | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Memorial School Newton | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Walnut Square Haverhill | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill | 3.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Gateway Academy Haverhill | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Haverhill High Haverhill | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Atkinson Academy Atkinson | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| HAMPSTEAD ACADEMY Hampstead | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HILLTOP SCHOOL Haverhill | 3.8 mi | — |
| Tilton Haverhill | 4.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Consentino Middle School Haverhill | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Silver Hill Elementary School Haverhill | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bartlett School and Assessment Center Haverhill | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Greenleaf Academy Bradford | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford | 4.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Moody Haverhill | 4.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,040
Median Home Value
$382,100
Median Rent
$1,595/mo
Population
7,850
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fred C. Underhill School Hooksett, NH | 5.8 |
| PRESENTATION OF MARY ACADEMY Hudson, NH | 5.8 |
| Broken Ground School Concord, NH | 5.7 |
| Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School Hillsborough, NH | 5.7 |
| Griffin Memorial School Litchfield, NH | 5.9 |
| Henniker Community School Henniker, NH | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pollard Elementary School
What grades does Pollard Elementary School serve?
Pollard Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pollard Elementary School?
Pollard Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pollard Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pollard Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pollard Elementary School rank in NH?
Pollard Elementary School ranks #291 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Pollard Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pollard Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Pollard Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pollard Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pollard Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pollard Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pollard Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pollard Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pollard Elementary School?
16.5% of students at Pollard 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (603) 382-7146
Resources & Links
District
Timberlane Regional School District- District Enrollment
- 3,302
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,073
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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