Serving 1,653 students in grades 9-12, Nashua High School North 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 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua High School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nashua High School North's student population of 1,653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nashua High School North 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 Nashua High School North is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
30%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
55%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashua High School North's ranking?
Nashua High School North is ranked #256 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Nashua High School North often compared to?
Nashua High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Nashua High School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nashua High School North?
The graduation rate of Nashua High School North is 88%, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Nashua High School North?
1,653 students attend Nashua High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Nashua High School North students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nashua High School North?
Nashua High School North has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nashua High School North offer ?
Nashua High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nashua High School North part of?
Nashua High School North is part of Nashua School District.
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