Laconia Middle School serves 422 students in grades 6-8.
Laconia Middle School placed 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%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laconia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Laconia Middle School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laconia Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Laconia Middle School is 0.22, which is less 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
#383 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
88%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Laconia Middle School's ranking?
Laconia Middle School is ranked #383 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Laconia Middle School?
422 students attend Laconia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Laconia Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laconia Middle School?
Laconia Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Laconia Middle School offer ?
Laconia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Laconia Middle School part of?
Laconia Middle School is part of Laconia School District.
School Reviews
5 12/23/2022
Nice facilities with outstanding teachers and caring administrators. Excellent sports and performing arts. Terrific after-school enrichment program.
5 12/22/2009
Great school and facilities, but some of the teachers are selfish and disrespectful towards students, and adults.
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