Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ledge Street 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ledge Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ledge Street School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
Ledge Street 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 Ledge Street School is 0.62, 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
#441 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
53%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
31%
82%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ledge Street School's ranking?
Ledge Street School is ranked #441 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Ledge Street School often compared to?
Ledge Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Microsociety Academy Charter School Foundation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Ledge Street School?
454 students attend Ledge Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ledge Street School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ledge Street School?
Ledge Street School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ledge Street School offer ?
Ledge Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ledge Street School part of?
Ledge Street School is part of Nashua School District.
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