Serving 286 students in grades 6-8, Somersworth Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somersworth Middle School's student population of 286 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somersworth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somersworth Middle School is 0.45, 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
#401 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
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
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Somersworth Middle School's ranking?
Somersworth Middle School is ranked #401 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Somersworth Middle School?
286 students attend Somersworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Somersworth Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somersworth Middle School?
Somersworth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Somersworth Middle School offer ?
Somersworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Somersworth Middle School part of?
Somersworth Middle School is part of Somersworth School District.
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