Serving 397 students in grades 9-13, Prospect Mountain High School ranks in the top 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Prospect Mountain High School's attendance zone covers the entire Alton, NH school district, encompassing approximately 126.2 square miles. Families within the zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Prospect Mountain High School's student population of 397 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Prospect Mountain High School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prospect Mountain High School is 0.13, 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
#221 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Prospect Mountain High School's ranking?
Prospect Mountain High School is ranked #221 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prospect Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Prospect Mountain High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Prospect Mountain High School?
397 students attend Prospect Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Prospect Mountain High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prospect Mountain High School?
Prospect Mountain High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Prospect Mountain High School offer ?
Prospect Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prospect Mountain High School part of?
Prospect Mountain High School is part of Prospect Mountain Jma School District.
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