Academy for Science and Design Charter (M)
Charter School
341 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
The Academy for Science and Design (ASD) in Nashua, New Hampshire, is a public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12 with a specialized focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As the state’s top-performing public charter school, it offers a rigorous academic environment designed to challenge students through a curriculum that emphasizes analytical thinking, hands-on inquiry, and real-world application. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a close-knit community, the school fosters a unique culture that encourages high achievement and deep engagement with STEM disciplines.
Beyond its core academics, ASD provides students with extensive opportunities for extracurricular enrichment, including competitive robotics teams, academic clubs, and research-based projects. The school maintains a strong commitment to preparing its students for success in higher education and future careers in the modern, technology-driven economy. By blending a focused, high-standard curriculum with a supportive, collaborative atmosphere, the Academy for Science and Design serves as a prominent hub for advanced learning in the region.
Beyond its core academics, ASD provides students with extensive opportunities for extracurricular enrichment, including competitive robotics teams, academic clubs, and research-based projects. The school maintains a strong commitment to preparing its students for success in higher education and future careers in the modern, technology-driven economy. By blending a focused, high-standard curriculum with a supportive, collaborative atmosphere, the Academy for Science and Design serves as a prominent hub for advanced learning in the region.
341
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
2.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 131 |
| Hispanic | 11 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 169 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Asian169 (49.6 %)
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White131 (38.4 %)
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Two or More23 (6.7 %)
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Hispanic11 (3.2 %)
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Black6 (1.8 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Academy for Science and Design Charter School |
| Phone: | (603)595-4705 |
| Website: | http://www.asdnh.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 341 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 25.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 4 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 3 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
109
Grade 7
115
Grade 8
117
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 109 |
| Grade 7 | 115 |
| Grade 8 | 117 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 164 | 48.1% |
| Male | 177 | 51.9% |
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