Serving 491 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 52% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Portsmouth Middle School's student population of 491 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portsmouth Middle School is 0.38, 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
#77 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
78%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Middle School's ranking?
Portsmouth Middle School is ranked #77 out of 456 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Middle School?
491 students attend Portsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Portsmouth Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% 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
What school district is Portsmouth Middle School part of?
Portsmouth Middle School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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