Serving 1,543 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 26% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). 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 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nashua High School North serves the northern part of Nashua, NH, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 3.9 miles.
- 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
School Overview
Nashua High School North's student population of 1,543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Nashua High School North 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 Nashua High School North is 0.62, 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
#262 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashua High School North's ranking?
Nashua High School North is ranked #262 out of 455 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Nashua High School North?
1,543 students attend Nashua High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nashua High School North students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashua High School North?
Nashua High School North has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nashua High School North part of?
Nashua High School North is part of Nashua School District.
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