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Sunset Heights School

Elementary School · Nashua School District

15 Osgood Rd., Nashua, NH 03060

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#320 of 480

In Nashua

#13 of 22

public schools

In district

#10 of 19

Nashua School District

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Sunset Heights School

5.4/10

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

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About Sunset Heights School

Sunset Heights School is a public elementary school in Nashua, NH, part of Nashua School District. Sunset Heights School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Sunset Heights School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,315
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Sunset Heights School — Students at Sunset Heights School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (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
74%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
42%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Sunset Heights School Compares

See how Sunset Heights School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
34th percentile in NH
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

15 Osgood Rd., Nashua, NH 03060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunset Heights School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Searles School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nottingham West Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashua, see our Nashua schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 1.5 mi 6.6
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 1.5 mi 2.7
PRESENTATION OF MARY ACADEMY Hudson 1.2 mi 5.8
Nottingham West Elementary School Hudson 1.5 mi 6.8
Nottingham West Elementary Pre School Hudson 1.5 mi 3.1
Elm Street Middle School Nashua 1.6 mi 4.5
BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 1.6 mi 6.2
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School Hudson 2.2 mi 8.2
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 2.0 mi 6.4
Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua 1.7 mi 3.5
Hudson Memorial School Hudson 2.2 mi 5.3
Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua 1.8 mi 5.5
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua 2.1 mi 6.8
Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua 2.4 mi 4.1
Franklin Street School Nashua 2.4 mi
New Searles School Nashua 2.1 mi 6.9
Mt. Pleasant School Nashua 2.6 mi 3.2
Ledge Street School Nashua 2.5 mi 2.9
Amherst Street School Nashua 2.8 mi 4.3
Tyngsborough High School Tyngsborough 3.2 mi 6.6

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

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East Rochester School E. Rochester, NH 5.5
Fairgrounds Elementary School Nashua, NH 5.5
James Mastricola Elementary School Merrimack, NH 5.5
Moose Hill School Londonderry, NH 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunset Heights School

What grades does Sunset Heights School serve?

Sunset Heights School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sunset Heights School?

Sunset Heights School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Heights School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Heights School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunset Heights School rank in NH?

Sunset Heights School ranks #320 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Sunset Heights School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunset Heights School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Sunset Heights School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Heights School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sunset Heights School a charter school?

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

Is Sunset Heights School a Title I school?

No, Sunset Heights School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Heights School?

42.8% of students at Sunset Heights 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
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

District

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

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