Serving 387 students in grades 9-12, Prospect Mountain High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 387 students
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Prospect Mountain High School's student population of 387 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prospect Mountain High 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 Prospect Mountain High School is 0.12, 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
#244 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
94%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prospect Mountain High School's ranking?
Prospect Mountain High School is ranked #244 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Prospect Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Prospect Mountain High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Prospect Mountain High School?
387 students attend Prospect Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Prospect Mountain High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Prospect Mountain High School offer ?
Prospect Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Prospect Mountain High School part of?
Prospect Mountain High School is part of Prospect Mountain Jma School District.
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