Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcdonough 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 17% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcdonough School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mcdonough School's student population of 457 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Mcdonough School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdonough School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
8%
Black
11%
2%
White
43%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonough School's ranking?
Mcdonough School is ranked #438 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Mcdonough School often compared to?
Mcdonough Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smyth Road School, Northwest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Mcdonough School?
457 students attend Mcdonough School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mcdonough School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcdonough School?
Mcdonough School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mcdonough School offer ?
Mcdonough School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdonough School part of?
Mcdonough School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdonough School located?
Mcdonough School is located in the Hanover Hill neighborhood of Manchester, NH.
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