Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, Merrimack Valley Middle 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 36% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrimack Valley Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merrimack Valley Middle 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 Merrimack Valley Middle School is 0.21, which is less 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
#280 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
89%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Merrimack Valley School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrimack Valley Middle School's ranking?
Merrimack Valley Middle School is ranked #280 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Merrimack Valley Middle School often compared to?
Merrimack Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School At Parkside by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Merrimack Valley Middle School?
466 students attend Merrimack Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Merrimack Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Merrimack Valley Middle School?
Merrimack Valley Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Merrimack Valley Middle School offer ?
Merrimack Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Merrimack Valley Middle School part of?
Merrimack Valley Middle School is part of Merrimack Valley School District.
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