Serving 16 students in grades 1-4, Sarah Porter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NH)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarah Porter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sarah Porter School's student population of 16 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sarah Porter School is 0.33, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
81%
83%
Hawaiian
6%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
13%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Sarah Porter School?
16 students attend Sarah Porter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sarah Porter School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarah Porter School?
Sarah Porter School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sarah Porter School offer ?
Sarah Porter School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Sarah Porter School part of?
Sarah Porter School is part of Fall Mountain Regional School District.
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