Serving 1,743 students in grades 9-12, Nashua High School South ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower 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 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua High School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nashua High School South's student population of 1,743 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nashua High School South ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nashua High School South is 0.64, 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
#218 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
27%
7%
Black
3%
2%
White
52%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashua High School South's ranking?
Nashua High School South is ranked #218 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Nashua High School South often compared to?
Nashua High School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Nashua High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Nashua High School South?
The graduation rate of Nashua High School South is 87%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nashua High School South?
1,743 students attend Nashua High School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nashua High School South students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nashua High School South?
Nashua High School South has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nashua High School South offer ?
Nashua High School South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nashua High School South part of?
Nashua High School South is part of Nashua School District.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2010
Excellent high school, with challenging classes available.
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