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Webster School

Elementary School · Manchester School District

2519 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03104

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#309 of 480

In Manchester

#9 of 29

public schools

In district

#3 of 21

Manchester School District

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Webster School

5.5/10

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

Mt St Mary Academy

5.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Webster School

Webster School is a public elementary school in Manchester, NH, part of Manchester School District. Webster School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #309 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Webster School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,077
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Webster School — Students at Webster School score 40% 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

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (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
68%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
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: 5.4/10.

How Webster School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in NH
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Location

2519 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03104

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Webster School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MT ST MARY ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST PETER'S HOME (rated 4.4/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MT ST MARY ACADEMY Manchester 0.3 mi 5.9
Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School Manchester 0.8 mi 6.8
COLORFUL APPLES LEARNING CENTER Manchester 1.2 mi
THE DERRYFIELD SCHOOL Manchester 1.3 mi 6.4
NORTH END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manchester 1.4 mi 6.8
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (M) Manchester 1.6 mi 2.0
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H) Manchester 1.6 mi 5.8
Polaris Charter School Manchester 1.6 mi 4.2
Northwest Elementary School Manchester 1.5 mi 3.8
Smyth Road School Manchester 1.4 mi 3.7
YMCA OF DOWNTOWN MANCHESTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER Manchester 1.8 mi
ST MARIE CHILD CARE CENTER Manchester 1.8 mi
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Manchester 1.9 mi 6.9
Manchester Central High School Manchester 1.8 mi 4.7
ST PETER'S HOME Manchester 1.8 mi 4.4
ST AUGUSTIN PRESCHOOL Manchester 2.0 mi
Hillside Middle School Manchester 1.8 mi 3.7
Gossler Park School Manchester 2.1 mi 2.8
Middle School At Parkside Manchester 2.1 mi 4.4
Manchester West High School Manchester 2.2 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,513

Median Home Value

$364,200

Median Rent

$1,455/mo

Population

35,274

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

57.1%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Webster School

What grades does Webster School serve?

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

How many students attend Webster School?

Webster School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster School?

The student-teacher ratio at Webster School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Webster School rank in NH?

Webster School ranks #309 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Webster School's MySchoolScout rating?

Webster School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Webster School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Webster School a charter school?

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

Is Webster School a Title I school?

No, Webster School is not currently a Title I school.

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

42.2% of students at Webster 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

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