Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bicentennial Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bicentennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bicentennial Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bicentennial Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bicentennial Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
3%
2%
White
48%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bicentennial Elementary School's ranking?
Bicentennial Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bicentennial Elementary School often compared to?
Bicentennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Dunstable School, New Searles School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Bicentennial Elementary School?
541 students attend Bicentennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Bicentennial Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bicentennial Elementary School?
Bicentennial Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bicentennial Elementary School offer ?
Bicentennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bicentennial Elementary School part of?
Bicentennial Elementary School is part of Nashua School District.
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