Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mcclelland 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McClelland School serves the west part of Rochester, NH, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2 miles to the school's boundaries, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcclelland School's student population of 310 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Home of Mighty Mac'
School Rankings
Mcclelland School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcclelland School is 0.30, 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
#363 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
83%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mighty Mac
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcclelland School's ranking?
Mcclelland School is ranked #363 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Mcclelland School often compared to?
Mcclelland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Street Magnet School, William Allen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Mcclelland School?
310 students attend Mcclelland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mcclelland School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcclelland School?
Mcclelland School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcclelland School offer ?
Mcclelland School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcclelland School part of?
Mcclelland School is part of Rochester School District.
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