Serving 247 students in grades 4-6, Captain Samuel Douglass Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain Samuel Douglass Academy is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
89%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Samuel Douglass Academy's ranking?
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy is ranked #56 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Captain Samuel Douglass Academy?
247 students attend Captain Samuel Douglass Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Captain Samuel Douglass Academy students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Captain Samuel Douglass Academy?
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Captain Samuel Douglass Academy offer ?
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Captain Samuel Douglass Academy part of?
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy is part of Brookline School District.
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