Serving 149 students in grades 6-8, Newport 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 10-14% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newport Middle School's student population of 149 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newport Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newport Middle School is 0.06, 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
#446 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
97%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newport Middle School's ranking?
Newport Middle School is ranked #446 out of 457 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Newport Middle School?
149 students attend Newport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Newport Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newport Middle School?
Newport Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newport Middle School offer ?
Newport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newport Middle School part of?
Newport Middle School is part of Newport School District.
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