Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 12% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School is 0.64, 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
#441 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
7%
Black
13%
2%
White
54%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School is ranked #441 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School often compared to?
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School?
672 students attend Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School?
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School offer ?
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School part of?
Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School is part of Manchester School District.
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