Needs Improvement
#446 of 480 schools in NH
Purple Panthers Preschool
School · Nashua School District
36 Riverside Dr., Nashua, NH 03060
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 20 schools in Nashua. Learn more
Enrollment
38
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
38
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#446 of 480
In Nashua
#19 of 22
public schools
In district
#16 of 19
Nashua School District
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Purple Panthers Preschool
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About Purple Panthers Preschool
Purple Panthers Preschool is a public school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Purple Panthers Preschool serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Purple Panthers Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #446 of 480 schools in NH.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Purple Panthers Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Purple Panthers Preschool Compares
See how Purple Panthers Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
36 Riverside Dr., Nashua, NH 03060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Purple Panthers Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Nashua High School South (rated 6.9/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Ave Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Searles School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), 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 High School South Nashua | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Ledge Street School Nashua | 0.6 mi | 2.9 |
| MicroSociety Academy Charter School Foundation Nashua | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Nashua High School North Nashua | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Broad Street Elementary School Nashua | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua | 1.2 mi | — |
| Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CHAPEL SCHOOL Nashua | 1.1 mi | — |
| Birch Hill Elementary School Nashua | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua | 1.4 mi | — |
| Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Amherst Street School Nashua | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin Street School Nashua | 1.4 mi | — |
| Elm Street Middle School Nashua | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant School Nashua | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| New Searles School Nashua | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Pennichuck Middle School Nashua | 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Purple Panthers Preschool
What grades does Purple Panthers Preschool serve?
Purple Panthers Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Purple Panthers Preschool?
Purple Panthers Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
How does Purple Panthers Preschool rank in NH?
Purple Panthers Preschool ranks #446 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Purple Panthers Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Purple Panthers Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Purple Panthers Preschool a charter school?
No, Purple Panthers Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Purple Panthers Preschool a Title I school?
No, Purple Panthers Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Purple Panthers Preschool?
7.9% of students at Purple Panthers Preschool 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
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (603) 966-1141
Resources & Links
District
Nashua School District- District Enrollment
- 9,863
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,315
- District Rank
- #16 of 19
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