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Best 03104 New Hampshire Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,997 students in 03104, NH (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,540 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 03104, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03104, NH are Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H), Webster School and Smyth Road School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03104 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03104, NH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Best 03104, NH Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H)
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
470 Pine St.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 232-7974
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Webster School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2519 Elm St.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6344
Gr: PK-4 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Smyth Road School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
245 Bruce Rd.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6340
Gr: PK-4 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Manchester Central High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
535 Beech Street
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6363
Gr: 9-12 | 1,130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Weston Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7 Michigan Avenue
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6347
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Mcdonough School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
550 Lowell St.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6373
Gr: PK-4 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Hillside Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
112 Reservoir Ave.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 624-6352
Gr: 5-8 | 1,071 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #88.
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (M)
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
470 Pine St.
Manchester, NH 03104
(603) 232-7974
Gr: 6-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 47%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 03104, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03104, NH include Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H), Webster School and Smyth Road School.
How many public schools are located in 03104?
8 public schools are located in 03104.
What percentage of students in 03104 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 03104 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03104?
03104 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

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