Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Main Dunstable School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Main Dunstable School serves the southwest part of Nashua, NH, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Main Dunstable School's student population of 359 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Main Dunstable School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Main Dunstable School is 0.61, which is more 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
#99 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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 #99 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
359 students attend Main Dunstable School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Main Dunstable School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Main Dunstable School?
Main Dunstable School has a student ration of 14:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Main Dunstable School part of?
Main Dunstable School is part of Nashua School District.
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