Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Portsmouth Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Portsmouth Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Portsmouth, NH, encompassing approximately 15.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's edge and the furthest point being 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Portsmouth Middle School's student population of 486 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The purpose of the Portsmouth schools is to educate all students by challenging them to become thinking, responsible, contributing citizens who continue to learn throughout their lives.
School Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth Middle School is 0.42, which is more 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
#48 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Portsmouth Middle School is ranked #48 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Middle School?
486 students attend Portsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Portsmouth Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portsmouth Middle School?
Portsmouth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Middle School offer ?
Portsmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portsmouth Middle School part of?
Portsmouth Middle School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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