Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, Portsmouth Middle School 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 57% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Portsmouth Middle School's student population of 499 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portsmouth Middle School 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 Portsmouth Middle School is 0.41, which is more 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
#58 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
76%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portsmouth Middle School's ranking?
Portsmouth Middle School is ranked #58 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Portsmouth Middle School?
499 students attend Portsmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Portsmouth Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portsmouth Middle School?
Portsmouth Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Portsmouth Middle School offer ?
Portsmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Portsmouth Middle School part of?
Portsmouth Middle School is part of Portsmouth School District.
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