Summary:
ZIP code 03109 has three schools serving grades PK–8: two elementary schools and one junior middle school, with no high school or alternative school. Together, they enroll about 1,400 students, but enrollment is concentrated at Henry J. McLaughlin Junior Middle School, which serves nearly two-thirds of the students in the area. The schools show a wide range of academic outcomes, so families may see significant differences depending on the school and grade level.
Mill Falls Charter School is the strongest overall performer. It ranks at the 60th percentile and reports 42% math, 63% reading, and 54% science proficiency. Reading and science are particular strengths, with results above the state average, especially in grades 4–6 reading. Green Acres School is the most improved. Its ranking rose from the 21st to the 37th percentile over three years, while math proficiency reached 50%, above the state average. Reading proficiency was 45%, however, below the state average. Green Acres is part of the Manchester School District, while Mill Falls operates as its own charter district.
Henry J. McLaughlin Junior Middle School is the main area of concern. It ranks at the 5th percentile and reports 16% math, 27% reading, and 18% science proficiency, all substantially below state averages. The school has improved modestly in each subject since the prior year, but the achievement gap remains large. Its higher free/reduced-price lunch rate also indicates a different student context than the elementary schools, so comparisons should be interpreted carefully. Overall, Mill Falls offers the strongest reported results, Green Acres shows encouraging momentum, and McLaughlin’s performance is the most important issue for the area because of its size.
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