Serving 375 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, James Mastricola Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Mastricola Elementary School serves the northwest part of Merrimack, NH, encompassing an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Mastricola Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
James Mastricola Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Mastricola Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Mastricola Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Mastricola Elementary School's ranking?
James Mastricola Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are James Mastricola Elementary School often compared to?
James Mastricola Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reeds Ferry School, Pelham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend James Mastricola Elementary School?
375 students attend James Mastricola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of James Mastricola Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Mastricola Elementary School?
James Mastricola Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does James Mastricola Elementary School offer ?
James Mastricola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Mastricola Elementary School part of?
James Mastricola Elementary School is part of Merrimack School District.
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