Serving 118 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Polaris Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Polaris Charter School's student population of 118 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polaris Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Charter School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
59%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polaris Charter School's ranking?
Polaris Charter School is ranked #225 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Polaris Charter School often compared to?
Polaris Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Falls Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Polaris Charter School?
118 students attend Polaris Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Polaris Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Charter School?
Polaris Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Polaris Charter School offer ?
Polaris Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Polaris Charter School part of?
Polaris Charter School is part of Polaris Charter School District.
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