Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Searles School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Searles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Searles School's student population of 256 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Gateway to Opportunity
School Rankings
New Searles School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Searles School is 0.50, 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
#88 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
68%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Searles School's ranking?
New Searles School is ranked #88 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are New Searles School often compared to?
New Searles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bicentennial Elementary School, Main Dunstable School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend New Searles School?
256 students attend New Searles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of New Searles School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Searles School?
New Searles School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Searles School offer ?
New Searles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Searles School part of?
New Searles School is part of Nashua School District.
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