Serving 285 students in grades 5-8, The Founders Academy Charter School (E) 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The Founders Academy Charter School (E)'s student population of 285 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) 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 The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is 0.39, 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
#259 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
4%
2%
White
77%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Founders Academy Charter School (E)'s ranking?
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is ranked #259 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend The Founders Academy Charter School (E)?
285 students attend The Founders Academy Charter School (E).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of The Founders Academy Charter School (E) students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Founders Academy Charter School (E)?
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does The Founders Academy Charter School (E) offer ?
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is The Founders Academy Charter School (E) part of?
The Founders Academy Charter School (E) is part of The Founders Academy Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
My daughter is new to this school. I see a tremendous change in her. She now loves school. I love all of her teachers this year and so does she. I hope this continues.
5 3/2/2019
Well, I really like this school because it''s really fun. I also love their theater program.
5 8/12/2018
Love love love the school. My son loves it and has really blossomed since moving from traditional public school. The staff is very friendly and definitely puts the students first. Very happy with Founders.
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