Serving 43 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Newington Public School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Newington Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Portsmouth, NH, covering approximately 12.4 square miles. The area typically allows for a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newington Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newington Public School's student population of 43 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
To endeavor to meet the needs of students of various levels of potential and ability in order to develop in those students academic and social skills, confidence, flexibility, and independence of thought and action.
School Rankings
Newington Public School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newington Public School is 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
White
96%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newington Public School's ranking?
Newington Public School is ranked #38 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newington Public School?
43 students attend Newington Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Newington Public School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newington Public School?
Newington Public School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newington Public School offer ?
Newington Public School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newington Public School part of?
Newington Public School is part of Newington School District.
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