5 Perimeter Rd
Manchester, NH 03103
Rating
6/
10
Top 50%
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) serves 236 students in grades 6-8.
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) placed in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 38%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 16% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 236 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50% in NH
  • Math Proficiency
    : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The Founders Academy Charter School (E)'s student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
236 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is ranked within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is 0.44, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.29. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NH)
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
9%
7%
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Black
8%
2%
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White
74%
84%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.44
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Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
18%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Founders Academy Charter School (E)'s ranking?

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for: Most diverse schools (Top 20%).

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?

35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).

How many students attend The Founders Academy Charter School (E)?

236 students attend The Founders Academy Charter School (E).

What is the racial composition of the student body?

74% of The Founders Academy Charter School (E) students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.

What is the student:teacher ratio of The Founders Academy Charter School (E)?

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.

What grades does The Founders Academy Charter School (E) offer ?

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) offers enrollment in grades 6-8

What school district is The Founders Academy Charter School (E) part of?

The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is part of The Founders Academy Charter School District.

School Reviews

5   3/27/2020
My daughter is new to this school. I see a tremendous change in her. She now loves school. I love all of her teachers this year and so does she. I hope this continues.
- Posted by Parent - Christy
5   3/2/2019
Well, I really like this school because it''s really fun. I also love their theater program.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Anonymous
5   8/12/2018
Love love love the school. My son loves it and has really blossomed since moving from traditional public school. The staff is very friendly and definitely puts the students first. Very happy with Founders.
- Posted by Parent - Anonymous parent

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 236 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 26%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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