Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Hampton Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hampton Academy's student population of 333 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampton Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
83%
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
14%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton Academy's ranking?
Hampton Academy is ranked #124 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hampton Academy often compared to?
Hampton Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Rye Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hampton Academy?
333 students attend Hampton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hampton Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton Academy?
Hampton Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampton Academy offer ?
Hampton Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hampton Academy part of?
Hampton Academy is part of Hampton School District.
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