Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Main Dunstable School ranks in the top 20% 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 63% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Main Dunstable School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Main Dunstable School's student population of 416 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Main Dunstable School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Main Dunstable School is 0.59, 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
#87 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
60%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Main Dunstable School's ranking?
Main Dunstable School is ranked #87 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Main Dunstable School often compared to?
Main Dunstable Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bicentennial Elementary School, New Searles School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Main Dunstable School?
416 students attend Main Dunstable School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Main Dunstable School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Main Dunstable School?
Main Dunstable School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Main Dunstable School offer ?
Main Dunstable School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Main Dunstable School part of?
Main Dunstable School is part of Nashua School District.
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