Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Smyth Road 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 38% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smyth Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Smyth Road School's student population of 344 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Colors
Home of the Road Runners
School Motto
Home of the Road Runners
School Rankings
Smyth Road 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 Smyth Road School is 0.57, 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
#352 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
62%
82%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smyth Road School's ranking?
Smyth Road School is ranked #352 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Smyth Road School often compared to?
Smyth Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Smyth Road School?
344 students attend Smyth Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Smyth Road School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smyth Road School?
Smyth Road School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smyth Road School offer ?
Smyth Road School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Smyth Road School part of?
Smyth Road School is part of Manchester School District.
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