Serving 354 students in grades 5-8, Litchfield 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 32% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Litchfield Middle School's student population of 354 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Litchfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Litchfield 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
#270 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Middle School's ranking?
Litchfield Middle School is ranked #270 out of 457 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Middle School?
354 students attend Litchfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Litchfield Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Litchfield Middle School?
Litchfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Litchfield Middle School offer ?
Litchfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Litchfield Middle School part of?
Litchfield Middle School is part of Litchfield School District.
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