Serving 534 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mcdonough 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 20% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McDonough School serves the northern part of Manchester, NH, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdonough School's student population of 534 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mcdonough 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 Mcdonough School is 0.71, 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
#437 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
13%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
35%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonough School's ranking?
Mcdonough School is ranked #437 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Mcdonough School often compared to?
Mcdonough Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyth Road School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Mcdonough School?
534 students attend Mcdonough School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mcdonough School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonough School?
Mcdonough School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcdonough School offer ?
Mcdonough School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdonough School part of?
Mcdonough School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdonough School located?
Mcdonough School is located in the Hanover Hill neighborhood of Manchester, NH.
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