Below Average
#420 of 480 schools in NH
Bud Carlson Academy
High School · Rochester School District
Rochester School Department 150 Wakefield Street Suite 8, Rochester, NH 03867
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#420 of 480
In Rochester
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Rochester School District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Bud Carlson Academy
Bud Carlson Academy is a public high school in Rochester, NH, part of Rochester School District. Bud Carlson Academy serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bud Carlson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #420 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Bud Carlson Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Bud Carlson Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Bud Carlson Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
66% of students at Bud Carlson Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bud Carlson Academy — Students at Bud Carlson Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.
How Bud Carlson Academy Compares
See how Bud Carlson Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
Rochester School Department 150 Wakefield Street Suite 8, Rochester, NH 03867
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bud Carlson Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Spaulding High School (rated 5.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nute High School (rated 5.8/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spaulding High School Rochester | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Rochester | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Maple Street Magnet School Rochester | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| School Street School Rochester | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| William Allen School Rochester | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| MONARCH SCHOOL OF NEW ENGLAND Rochester | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | — |
| McClelland School Rochester | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Chamberlain Street School Rochester | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Rochester Middle School Rochester | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| East Rochester School E. Rochester | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Gonic School Gonic | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ROCHESTER LEARNING ACADEMY Gonic | 2.9 mi | — |
| Nute Junior High School Milton | 6.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Nute High School Milton | 6.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Milton Elementary School Milton | 6.5 mi | 4.0 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth | 5.9 mi | 6.9 |
| CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover | 7.1 mi | — |
| Barrington Middle School Barrington | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Barrington Elementary School Barrington | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03867 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,397
Median Home Value
$259,200
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
22,886
College Educated
24.6%
Homeownership
61.8%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter, NH | 4.5 |
| CSI Charter School Penacook, NH | 5.4 |
| Gathering Waters Charter School (H) Keene, NH | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bud Carlson Academy
What grades does Bud Carlson Academy serve?
Bud Carlson Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bud Carlson Academy?
Bud Carlson Academy has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bud Carlson Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bud Carlson Academy is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bud Carlson Academy rank in NH?
Bud Carlson Academy ranks #420 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Bud Carlson Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bud Carlson Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bud Carlson Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bud Carlson Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Bud Carlson Academy a charter school?
No, Bud Carlson Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bud Carlson Academy a Title I school?
No, Bud Carlson Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bud Carlson Academy?
42.9% of students at Bud Carlson Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Strafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.2%
- Phone
- (603) 332-3678
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
Rochester School District- District Enrollment
- 3,855
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,389
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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