Excellent
#26 of 480 schools in NH
Top 5% in state
Little Harbour School
Elementary School · Portsmouth School District
50 Clough Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#26 of 480
In Portsmouth
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Portsmouth School District
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Little Harbour School
Elementary School in Portsmouth · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Little Harbour School
Little Harbour School is a public elementary school in Portsmouth, NH, part of Portsmouth School District. Little Harbour School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Harbour School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #26 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Little Harbour School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- NH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Little Harbour School — Students at Little Harbour School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Little Harbour School Compares
See how Little Harbour School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Clough Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Harbour School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rye Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Rye), which scores slightly higher. Another option is New Franklin School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 0.0 mi | — |
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| New Franklin School Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 1.5 mi | — |
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Rye Elementary School Rye | 2.6 mi | 9.6 |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Portsmouth | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 3.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Rye Junior High School Rye | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| LEARNING SKILLS ACADEMY Rye | 4.9 mi | 7.1 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 5.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Newington Public School Newington | 4.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenland Central School Greenland | 4.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| BRIXHAM MONTESSORI FRIENDS SCHOOL York | 6.7 mi | — |
| North Hampton School North Hampton | 7.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,520
Median Home Value
$647,500
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
23,231
College Educated
63.4%
Homeownership
53.2%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adeline C. Marston School Hampton, NH | 8.9 |
| Moharimet School Madbury, NH | 8.9 |
| Grantham Village School Grantham, NH | 9.0 |
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth, NH | 9.0 |
| Mont Vernon Village School Mont Vernon, NH | 9.0 |
| Mast Way School Lee, NH | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Harbour School
What grades does Little Harbour School serve?
Little Harbour School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Little Harbour School?
Little Harbour School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Harbour School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Harbour School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Little Harbour School rank in NH?
Little Harbour School ranks #26 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Little Harbour School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Harbour School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Little Harbour School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Little Harbour School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Little Harbour School a charter school?
No, Little Harbour School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Little Harbour School a Title I school?
No, Little Harbour School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Little Harbour School?
10.1% of students at Little Harbour School 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (603) 436-1708
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth School District- District Enrollment
- 2,449
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,139
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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