Serving 37 students in grades 9-12, Pittsburg School (High) ranks 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%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 37 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburg School (High) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburg School (High)'s student population of 37 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburg School (High) ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburg School (High) is 0.15, 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
#201 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
92%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburg School (High)'s ranking?
Pittsburg School (High) is ranked #201 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburg School (High)?
The graduation rate of Pittsburg School (High) is 50%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pittsburg School (High)?
37 students attend Pittsburg School (High).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pittsburg School (High) students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburg School (High)?
Pittsburg School (High) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pittsburg School (High) offer ?
Pittsburg School (High) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pittsburg School (High) part of?
Pittsburg School (High) is part of Pittsburg School District.
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