Ledge Street School

schools.nashua.edu/ledge

454 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Ledge Street School, located in Nashua, New Hampshire, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students. As part of the Nashua School District, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. Its curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, often incorporating modern pedagogical approaches to ensure that pupils are well-prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic mission, Ledge Street School is known for its focus on building a supportive school culture that encourages parent and community involvement. The school maintains a strong emphasis on establishing a safe and collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage with their peers and teachers actively. Through a combination of rigorous instruction and a focus on character education, the institution aims to nurture well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to the broader Nashua community.

454

Total Students

41.4

Full-Time Teachers

11.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

72.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ledge Street School
Demographic	Student Count
White	139
Hispanic	243
Black	13
Asian	11
Two or More	48

Hispanic
243 (53.5%)
White
139 (30.6%)
Two or More
48 (10.6%)
Black
13 (2.9%)
Asian
11 (2.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Nashua School District
Phone:	(603)966-2120
Website:	http://schools.nashua.edu/ledge
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	454
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	295
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	36

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 75

Grade 1 87

Grade 2 73

Grade 3 77

Grade 4 77

Grade 5 65