Main Dunstable School

20 Whitford Rd., Nashua, NH, 03062

Top 10% School in NEW HAMPSHIRE

Ranked 3 of 51 in NEW HAMPSHIRE

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About Main Dunstable School

Main Dunstable School is a public elementary school in Nashua, New Hampshire. It serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade. There are about 350 to 400 students at the school, and there is one teacher for every 13 students. This means that teachers can help each student with their schoolwork in a way that is best for them. The main goal of Main Dunstable School is to help students build strong skills in reading, writing, and math. Thereafter, they add art, music, physical education, and technology. The school community is diverse, just like Nashua as a whole. About 25–30% of the students are minorities. According to state and district data, students' math and ELA skills are mostly at the same level as the district average. In Nashua, the average cost per student is between $15,000 and $17,000. This money is used to buy things for the classroom and pay for special services. The school is in a suburban area where houses are about as expensive as those in the city. There are many parents who are involved, and the place is safe and friendly. In general, Main Dunstable School has steady academic results and is a welcoming place to learn. The school is constantly trying to get students to do better and be more involved.

Contact Information

Address

20 Whitford Rd., Nashua, NH, 03062

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Phone

(603) 966-2320

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 63%
Reading 58%
State average proficiency is 63% in Math and 58% in Reading.
30
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
360
Total Students
$63602
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 3 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Main Dunstable School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

3

of 51 in NEW HAMPSHIRE

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:00 AM to 3:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 60.56%
Asian 21.39%
Hispanic 10.56%
Black 1.39%
Two+ Races 6.11%
Native Am. 0%
White
60.56%
Asian
21.39%
Hispanic
10.56%
Black
1.39%
Two+ Races
6.11%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 360
51.67%
186 Female
48.33%
174 Male

Student Population

360 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

200 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Recently, Main Dunstable Elementary School held a "Chalk the Walk" event where students and their families made positive sidewalk art to show their school spirit and community.

FAQ

Q1. What time does Main Dunstable School start and end?

Ans. Main Dunstable School usually follows a standard elementary school schedule, with classes starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 2:30 p.m. The exact times may change a little from year to year.

Q2: Does Main Dunstable School have care for kids before or after school?

Ans. The school usually works with local childcare centers that offer programs before and after school, which gives families more options for when to drop off and pick up their kids.

Q3. What does Main Dunstable School do to help students who need special education?

Ans. The school offers personalized help, such as IEP-based services, instruction in the resource room, and working with specialists from the district.

Q4. Can parents get involved at Main Dunstable School?

Ans. Yes, parents can help out all year long through the PTO, volunteer programs, school events, and opportunities to help out in the classroom.

Q5. What steps are taken to keep Main Dunstable School safe?

The school follows district rules to keep students safe, such as making sure that only certain people can enter the building, keeping an eye on certain areas of the campus, holding emergency drills, and training staff.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

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