Serving 480 students in grades 7-8, Merrimack Middle 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 37% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrimack Middle School's student population of 480 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Merrimack Middle 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 Merrimack Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#285 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimack Middle School's ranking?
Merrimack Middle School is ranked #285 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Merrimack Middle School often compared to?
Merrimack Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amherst Middle School, Ross A. Lurgio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Merrimack Middle School?
480 students attend Merrimack Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Merrimack Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrimack Middle School?
Merrimack Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrimack Middle School offer ?
Merrimack Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrimack Middle School part of?
Merrimack Middle School is part of Merrimack School District.
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