AMHERST STREET SCHOOL

Amherst Street School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Nashua School District school district, located in Nashua, NH with about 288 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Amherst Street School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Amherst Street School is a public elementary school located in the heart of Nashua, New Hampshire. Serving a diverse student population, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of the Nashua School District, the institution prioritizes strong partnerships between families, educators, and the local community to ensure that every child receives a well-rounded education.

The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students through a variety of instructional methods, promoting critical thinking and foundational literacy and numeracy skills. Beyond the core subjects, Amherst Street School emphasizes character building and extracurricular engagement, encouraging students to become active, responsible members of their school community. With a focus on modern pedagogical standards and a commitment to meeting individual student needs, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future academic endeavors and beyond.

For more information, contact Amherst Street School at (603) 594-4385 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.