Serving 343 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 21% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Somersworth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Somersworth Middle School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Somersworth Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somersworth Middle School is 0.40, 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
#422 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
77%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #422 out of 456 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Somersworth Middle School?
343 students attend Somersworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Somersworth Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somersworth Middle School?
Somersworth Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Somersworth Middle School offer ?
Somersworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Somersworth Middle School part of?
Somersworth Middle School is part of Somersworth School District.
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