For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,712 students in Merrimack, NH (there are 7 private schools, serving 565 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Merrimack, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top ranked public schools in Merrimack, NH are Reeds Ferry School, James Mastricola Elementary School and James Mastricola Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Merrimack, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Merrimack have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Merrimack, NH (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Reeds Ferry School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Lyons Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6215
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6215
Grades: PK-4
| 454 students
Rank: #22.
James Mastricola Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7 School St.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6218
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6218
Grades: PK-4
| 420 students
Rank: #33.
James Mastricola Upper Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26 Baboosic Lake Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6221
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6221
Grades: 5-6
| 491 students
Rank: #44.
Merrimack High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
38 Mcelwain St.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6204
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6204
Grades: 9-12
| 1,113 students
Rank: #55.
Thorntons Ferry School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
134 Camp Sargent Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 889-1577
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 889-1577
Grades: PK-4
| 541 students
Rank: #66.
Merrimack Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
31 Madeline Bennett Ln.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6289
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6289
Grades: 7-8
| 542 students
Rank: #77.
Gate City Charter School For The Arts
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7 Henry Clay Dr
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 943-5273
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 943-5273
Grades: K-8
| 151 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Merrimack, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Merrimack, NH include Reeds Ferry School, James Mastricola Elementary School and James Mastricola Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Merrimack?
7 public schools are located in Merrimack.
What percentage of students in Merrimack go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Merrimack are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Merrimack?
Merrimack public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Merrimack are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Merrimack include: Gate City Charter School For The Arts vs. Thorntons Ferry School, James Mastricola Elementary School vs. Reeds Ferry School, Thorntons Ferry School vs. Gate City Charter School For The Arts
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