Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, Bud Carlson Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Bud Carlson Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Rochester, NH, covering approximately 45.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bud Carlson Academy's student population of 96 students has grown by 123% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
96 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Belong * Care * Achieve
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bud Carlson Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
11-19%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bud Carlson Academy?
The graduation rate of Bud Carlson Academy is 11-19%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Bud Carlson Academy?
96 students attend Bud Carlson Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bud Carlson Academy students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bud Carlson Academy?
Bud Carlson Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bud Carlson Academy offer ?
Bud Carlson Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bud Carlson Academy part of?
Bud Carlson Academy is part of Rochester School District.
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