Serving 103 students in grades 6-8, Pittsfield 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pittsfield Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Pittsfield, NH, covering approximately 24.3 square miles. The area is typically a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsfield Middle School's student population of 103 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
103 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2023. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Pittsfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsfield Middle School is 0.29, 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
#315 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
84%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsfield Middle School's ranking?
Pittsfield Middle School is ranked #315 out of 455 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Pittsfield Middle School?
103 students attend Pittsfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pittsfield Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pittsfield Middle School offer ?
Pittsfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsfield Middle School part of?
Pittsfield Middle School is part of Pittsfield School District.
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