Needs Improvement
#434 of 480 schools in NH
Great Bay Charter School (m)
Middle School · Great Bay Charter School
30 Linden St., Exeter, NH 03833
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#434 of 480
In Exeter
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Great Bay Charter School
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About Great Bay Charter School (m)
Great Bay Charter School (m) is a public middle school in Exeter, NH, part of Great Bay Charter School. Great Bay Charter School (m) serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Bay Charter School (m) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #434 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Great Bay Charter School (m) show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- NH avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Great Bay Charter School (m) 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Great Bay Charter School (m) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Great Bay Charter School (m) is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Great Bay Charter School (m) — Students at Great Bay Charter School (m) score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Great Bay Charter School (m) Compares
See how Great Bay Charter School (m) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 Linden St., Exeter, NH 03833
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Bay Charter School (m) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Virtual Learning Academy (E) (rated 9.3/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is Exeter High School (rated 8.2/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Virtual Learning Academy (E) Exeter | 0.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Lincoln Street Elementary School Exeter | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Main Street School Exeter | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter | 1.9 mi | — |
| BUILDING BLOCK COMMONS Exeter | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| APPLESEEDS DAY SCHOOL Exeter | 2.2 mi | — |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Cooperative Middle School Stratham | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Newfields Elementary School Newfields | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Exeter High School Exeter | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| East Kingston Elementary School East Kingston | 4.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ACORN SCHOOL Stratham | 4.6 mi | — |
| Stratham Memorial School Stratham | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 6.5 mi | 8.2 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 6.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,566
Median Home Value
$456,000
Median Rent
$1,632/mo
Population
22,676
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lisbon Regional School (Middle) Lisbon, NH | 5.1 |
| THE BEECH HILL SCHOOL Hopkinton, NH | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Bay Charter School (m)
What grades does Great Bay Charter School (m) serve?
Great Bay Charter School (m) serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Great Bay Charter School (m)?
Great Bay Charter School (m) has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Bay Charter School (m)?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Bay Charter School (m) is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Bay Charter School (m) rank in NH?
Great Bay Charter School (m) ranks #434 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Great Bay Charter School (m)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Great Bay Charter School (m) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Great Bay Charter School (m)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Bay Charter School (m) has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Great Bay Charter School (m) a charter school?
Yes, Great Bay Charter School (m) is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Bay Charter School (m) a Title I school?
No, Great Bay Charter School (m) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Bay Charter School (m)?
33.3% of students at Great Bay Charter School (m) 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.8%
- Phone
- (603) 519-9003
Resources & Links
District
Great Bay Charter School- District Enrollment
- 134
- Schools in District
- 2
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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