Newport Middle School

Newport Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural community of Newport, New Hampshire. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 149 students and boasts a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, ensuring that each student receives individual attention from its team of 19 full-time equivalent teachers. While academic performance metrics show room for improvement—25% proficiency in ELA/Reading and only 14% proficient or above in Math—Newport Middle School is dedicated to supporting the development of every student.

The school's MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and state ranking of #475 out of 483 schools indicate areas where the school can focus on growth. Set against the backdrop of a rural New Hampshire landscape, Newport Middle School is part of a tight-knit community that values education and supports its youth in their formative years.

With an enrollment of 149 students, Newport Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.8:1, Newport Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Newport Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.