Serving 260 students in grades 6-8, Newfound Memorial Middle 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 37% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newfound Memorial Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Newfound Memorial Middle School's student population of 260 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newfound Memorial Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newfound Memorial Middle School is 0.08, 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
#228 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
96%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfound Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Newfound Memorial Middle School is ranked #228 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newfound Memorial Middle School?
260 students attend Newfound Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Newfound Memorial Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newfound Memorial Middle School?
Newfound Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newfound Memorial Middle School offer ?
Newfound Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newfound Memorial Middle School part of?
Newfound Memorial Middle School is part of Newfound Area School District.
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