Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Northwest Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwest Elementary School serves the northwest part of Manchester, NH, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles, with most students living within a 1.6-mile average distance from the school and some as far as 3.8 miles away. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Elementary School's student population of 487 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Northwest Elementary 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 Northwest Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#326 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #326 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker-varney 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
487 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Northwest Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwest Elementary School located?
Northwest Elementary School is located in the Rimmon Heights neighborhood of Manchester, NH. There are 1 other public schools located in Rimmon Heights.
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