Nashua High School South serves 1,813 students in grades 9-12.
Nashua High School South placed in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua High School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Nashua High School South's student population of 1,813 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nashua High School South is ranked within the top 30% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Nashua High School South is 0.63, 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
#104 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
26%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
54%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashua High School South's ranking?
Nashua High School South is ranked #104 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nashua High School South?
The graduation rate of Nashua High School South is 87%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Nashua High School South?
1,813 students attend Nashua High School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Nashua High School South students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nashua High School South?
Nashua High School South 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 South offer ?
Nashua High School South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nashua High School South part of?
Nashua High School South is part of Nashua School District.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2010
Excellent high school, with challenging classes available.
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