Serving 585 students in grades 6-8, Fairgrounds 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 32% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairgrounds Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fairgrounds Middle School's student population of 585 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fairgrounds 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 Fairgrounds Middle School is 0.63, 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
#361 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
33%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
51%
82%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
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 Fairgrounds Middle School's ranking?
Fairgrounds Middle School is ranked #361 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Fairgrounds Middle School often compared to?
Fairgrounds Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennichuck Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Fairgrounds Middle School?
585 students attend Fairgrounds Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Fairgrounds Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairgrounds Middle School?
Fairgrounds Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fairgrounds Middle School offer ?
Fairgrounds Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairgrounds Middle School part of?
Fairgrounds Middle School is part of Nashua School District.
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