Excellent
#8 of 480 schools in NH
Top 2% in state
New Franklin School
Elementary School · Portsmouth School District
1 Franklin Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#8 of 480
In Portsmouth
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Portsmouth School District
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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New Franklin School
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About New Franklin School
New Franklin School is a public elementary school in Portsmouth, NH, part of Portsmouth School District. New Franklin School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for New Franklin School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- NH avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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New Franklin School — Students at New Franklin School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.1%
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: 9.3/10.
How New Franklin School Compares
See how New Franklin School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Franklin Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Franklin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rye Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Rye), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mary C. Dondero Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Little Harbour School (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth Middle School Portsmouth | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Little Harbour School Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| PEEP School - Pre School Program Portsmouth | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK ACADEMY Portsmouth | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Robert W Traip Academy Kittery | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Mary C. Dondero Elementary School Portsmouth | 2.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Eliot Elementary School Eliot | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Shapleigh School Kittery | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Rye Elementary School Rye | 3.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Maude H. Trefethen School New Castle | 2.8 mi | — |
| Newington Public School Newington | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Rye Junior High School Rye | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| SEACOAST WALDORF SCHOOL Eliot | 4.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenland Central School Greenland | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Horace Mitchell Primary School Kittery Point | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LEARNING SKILLS ACADEMY Rye | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshwood Middle School Eliot | 5.4 mi | 6.4 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 6.1 mi | 5.5 |
| North Hampton School North Hampton | 7.7 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 |
|---|---|
| Mast Way School Lee, NH | 9.1 |
| Sunapee Central School Sunapee, NH | 9.1 |
| Rye Elementary School Rye, NH | 9.6 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Franklin School
What grades does New Franklin School serve?
New Franklin School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend New Franklin School?
New Franklin School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Franklin School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Franklin 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 New Franklin School rank in NH?
New Franklin School ranks #8 of 480 schools in NH.
What is New Franklin School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Franklin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 New Franklin School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Franklin School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is New Franklin School a charter school?
No, New Franklin School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Franklin School a Title I school?
No, New Franklin School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Franklin School?
19.1% of students at New Franklin 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
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (603) 436-0910
Resources & Links
District
Portsmouth School District- District Enrollment
- 2,449
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,139
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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