Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest 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
#406 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
25%
7%
Black
9%
2%
White
51%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker-varney School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
487 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Elementary School located?
Northwest Elementary School is located in the Rimmon Heights neighborhood of Manchester, NH. There are 1 other public schools located in Rimmon Heights.
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