Brian S. McCarthy Middle School vs Fairgrounds Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New Hampshire, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brian S. McCarthy Middle School
Nashua · Public middle · Grades 6–8
649 students
Fairgrounds Middle School
Nashua · Public middle · Grades 6–8
585 students
| Measure | Brian S. McCarthy Middle School Nashua, New Hampshire | Fairgrounds Middle School Nashua, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #37 of 93 | #78 of 93 |
| National rank | #2829 of 15,369 | #8608 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 649 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 649 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.1% | 42.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 29% |
| city | Nashua | Nashua |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brian S. McCarthy Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 45.5).
- •Fairgrounds Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.2% vs 44.1%).
- •Brian S. McCarthy Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.2).
- •Brian S. McCarthy Middle School is the larger school with 649 students compared with 585.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brian S. McCarthy Middle School better than Fairgrounds Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Brian S. McCarthy Middle School ranks higher (72.5 vs 45.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Brian S. McCarthy Middle School and Fairgrounds Middle School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Nashua and Nashua in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brian S. McCarthy Middle School: 649. Fairgrounds Middle School: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brian S. McCarthy Middle School and Fairgrounds Middle School rank in New Hampshire?
Brian S. McCarthy Middle School is 37th of 93 and Fairgrounds Middle School is 78th of 93 among middle schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).