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#77 of 480 schools in NH

Top 16% in state

Windham Center School

Middle School · Windham School District

2 Lowell Rd., Windham, NH 03087

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#77 of 480

In Windham

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Windham School District

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Windham Center School

8.1/10

Middle School in Windham · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About Windham Center School

Windham Center School is a public middle school in Windham, NH, part of Windham School District. Windham Center School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Windham Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Windham Center School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • NH avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Windham Center School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,403
Chronic Absenteeism7.9%

Windham Center School — Students at Windham Center School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

3.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
78%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Windham Center School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in NH
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
4%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

Location

2 Lowell Rd., Windham, NH 03087

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windham Center School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Windham Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pelham Memorial School (rated 4.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Pelham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Windham, see our Windham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Windham High School Windham 1.0 mi 8.3
Golden Brook Elementary School Windham 1.7 mi 7.2
Windham Middle School Windham 1.7 mi 7.8
Windham Academy Public Charter School Windham 2.7 mi 2.8
KINGS KIDS CHILD CARE CENTER Pelham 3.7 mi
South Londonderry Elementary School Londonderry 3.5 mi 6.4
OVER THE RAINBOW PRESCHOOL Derry 3.9 mi 4.1
MERRIMACK VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Salem 3.6 mi
Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School Salem 3.6 mi 8.1
Mary A. Fisk Elementary School Salem 3.6 mi 6.3
HIJK,INC DAB EARLY START LEARNING ACADEMY Hudson 3.9 mi
South Range Elementary School Derry 5.0 mi 8.2
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pelham 5.1 mi 8.0
Pelham Memorial School Pelham 5.1 mi 4.2
Pelham Elementary School Pelham 5.3 mi 7.0
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-DERRY Derry 5.4 mi
William E. Lancaster School Salem 4.1 mi 6.4
North Salem Elementary School Salem 4.2 mi 7.3
Pelham High School Pelham 5.5 mi 6.6
SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY Londonderry 5.4 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$189,450

Median Home Value

$684,700

Median Rent

$3,226/mo

Population

15,922

College Educated

66.1%

Homeownership

95.5%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hollis-Brookline Middle School Hollis, NH 8.2
Lebanon Middle School Lebanon, NH 8.0
Windham Middle School Windham, NH 7.8
Hampton Academy Hampton, NH 7.7
Hollis Upper Elementary School Hollis, NH 8.6
Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth, NH 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windham Center School

What grades does Windham Center School serve?

Windham Center School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Windham Center School?

Windham Center School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Windham Center School?

The student-teacher ratio at Windham Center School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windham Center School rank in NH?

Windham Center School ranks #77 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Windham Center School's MySchoolScout rating?

Windham Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Windham Center School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windham Center School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Windham Center School a charter school?

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

Is Windham Center School a Title I school?

No, Windham Center School is not currently a Title I school.

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

3.9% of students at Windham Center 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
3.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.9%

District

Windham School District
District Enrollment
3,002
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,403
District Rank
#2 of 4

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