James Mastricola Elementary School vs Strafford School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Mastricola Elementary School
Merrimack · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
375 students
Strafford School
Strafford · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
376 students
| Measure | James Mastricola Elementary School Merrimack, New Hampshire | Strafford School Strafford, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #81 of 254 | #101 of 254 |
| National rank | #6533 of 50,301 | #7479 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 375 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.9% | 15.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 55% |
| city | Merrimack | Strafford |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Mastricola Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.3 vs 75.8).
- •James Mastricola Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 55%).
- •Strafford School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •James Mastricola Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.9% vs 15.7%).
- •Strafford School does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 11.7).
- •Strafford School is the larger school with 376 students compared with 375.
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 James Mastricola Elementary School better than Strafford School?
On the Success Index (US), James Mastricola Elementary School ranks higher (77.3 vs 75.8 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 James Mastricola Elementary School and Strafford School?
About 54 km in a straight line, between Merrimack and Strafford in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Mastricola Elementary School: 375. Strafford School: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Mastricola Elementary School and Strafford School rank in New Hampshire?
James Mastricola Elementary School is 81st of 254 and Strafford School is 101st of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).