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#228 of 480 schools in NH

Top 47% in state

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)

Middle School · Newmarket School District

213 S. Main St., Newmarket, NH 03857

Enrollment

225

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#228 of 480

In Newmarket

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Newmarket School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)

6.4/10

Middle School in Newmarket · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High School

8.8/10

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7.8/10

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About Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) is a public middle school in Newmarket, NH, part of Newmarket School District. Newmarket Jr.-sr.

High (elem) serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #228 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above NH schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NH avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,575
Chronic Absenteeism4%

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) — Students at Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
51%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) Compares

See how Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NH
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.0%

Location

213 S. Main St., Newmarket, NH 03857

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oyster River Middle School (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Durham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Great Bay Charter School (M) (rated 3.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Exeter), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newmarket, see our Newmarket schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Newmarket Jr.-Sr. High School Newmarket 0.0 mi 8.8
Newmarket Elementary School Newmarket 0.4 mi 7.8
Newfields Elementary School Newfields 2.8 mi 5.2
Oyster River Middle School Durham 4.5 mi 8.4
Oyster River High School Durham 4.8 mi 8.5
Oyster River Preschool Education Program Durham 4.8 mi
Stratham Memorial School Stratham 4.3 mi 7.7
Exeter High School Exeter 4.9 mi 8.2
Mast Way School Lee 4.7 mi 9.1
SEACOAST PERFORMANCE ACADEMY Exeter 5.7 mi 4.5
ACORN SCHOOL Stratham 5.4 mi
Moharimet School Madbury 6.3 mi 8.9
Main Street School Exeter 6.5 mi 8.0
PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter 6.5 mi 8.0
Lincoln Street Elementary School Exeter 6.6 mi 7.1
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (E) Exeter 6.7 mi 5.3
Coastal Waters Chartered Public School (H) Exeter 6.7 mi
Great Bay Charter School (H) Exeter 6.9 mi 6.1
Great Bay Charter School (M) Exeter 6.9 mi 3.6
Virtual Learning Academy (H) Exeter 6.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03857 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,345

Median Home Value

$384,900

Median Rent

$1,648/mo

Population

9,431

College Educated

49.7%

Homeownership

52.4%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Charlestown Middle School Charlestown, NH 6.5
Crescent Lake School Wolfeboro, NH 6.5
Newfound Memorial Middle School Bristol, NH 6.6
Sanborn Regional Middle School Kingston, NH 6.0
Haverhill Cooperative Middle School North Haverhill, NH 5.9
Hopkinton Middle School Contoocook, NH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)

What grades does Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) serve?

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)?

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)?

The student-teacher ratio at Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) rank in NH?

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) ranks #228 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) a charter school?

No, Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) a Title I school?

No, Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem)?

20.9% of students at Newmarket Jr.-sr. High (elem) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Rockingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.0%

District

Newmarket School District
District Enrollment
987
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,575
District Rank
#3 of 3

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