Serving 1,049 students in grades 9-12, Portsmouth High 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 62% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,049 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Portsmouth High School's student population of 1,049 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,049 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth High School ranks within the top 10% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth High School is 0.32, which is more 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
#32 out of 456 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
82%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 Portsmouth High School's ranking?
Portsmouth High School is ranked #32 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Portsmouth High School often compared to?
Portsmouth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Exeter High School, Winnacunnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portsmouth High School?
The graduation rate of Portsmouth High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Portsmouth High School?
1,049 students attend Portsmouth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Portsmouth High School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth High School?
Portsmouth High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Portsmouth High School offer ?
Portsmouth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Portsmouth High School part of?
Portsmouth High School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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