For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,679 students in 03054, NH (there are , serving 592 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 03054, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
The top-ranked public schools in 03054, NH are Reeds Ferry School, James Mastricola Elementary School and James Mastricola Upper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 03054 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 03054, NH have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best 03054, NH Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reeds Ferry School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15 Lyons Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6215
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6215
Gr: PK-4 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
James Mastricola Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7 School St.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6218
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6218
Gr: PK-4 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
James Mastricola Upper Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26 Baboosic Lake Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6221
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6221
Gr: 5-6 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Merrimack High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
38 Mcelwain St.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6204
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6204
Gr: 9-12 | 1,095 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Thorntons Ferry School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
134 Camp Sargent Rd.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 889-1577
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 889-1577
Gr: PK-4 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
Merrimack Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
31 Madeline Bennett Ln.
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6289
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 424-6289
Gr: 7-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Gate City Charter School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7 Henry Clay Dr
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 943-5273
Merrimack, NH 03054
(603) 943-5273
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 03054, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in 03054, NH include Reeds Ferry School, James Mastricola Elementary School and James Mastricola Upper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 03054?
7 public schools are located in 03054.
What percentage of students in 03054 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 03054 are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in 03054?
03054 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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