For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,100 students in 03103, NH (there are 7 private schools, serving 531 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 03103, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03103, NH are The Founders Academy Charter School (H), The Founders Academy Charter School (E) and Highland-goffes Falls School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03103 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03103, NH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03103, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Founders Academy Charter School (H)
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5 Perimeter Rd
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 952-4705
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 952-4705
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
The Founders Academy Charter School (E)
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5 Perimeter Rd
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 952-4705
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 952-4705
Gr: 5-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Highland-goffes Falls School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2021 Goffs Falls Rd.
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6334
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6334
Gr: PK-4 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Manchester Memorial High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Crusader Way
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6378
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6378
Gr: 9-12 | 1,296 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Jewett School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
130 S. Jewett St.
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6336
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6336
Gr: PK-4 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #66.
Manchester School Of Technology (High School)
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
100 Gerald Connors Circle
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6490
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6490
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Southside Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 South Jewett St.
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6359
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6359
Gr: 5-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Beech Street School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
333 Beech St.
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6314
Manchester, NH 03103
(603) 624-6314
Gr: K-4 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03103, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03103, NH include The Founders Academy Charter School (H), The Founders Academy Charter School (E) and Highland-goffes Falls School.
How many public schools are located in 03103?
9 public schools are located in 03103.
What percentage of students in 03103 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 03103 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03103?
03103 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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