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#333 of 480 schools in NH
Somersworth Middle School
Middle School · Somersworth School District
7 Memorial Dr., Somersworth, NH 03878
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#333 of 480
In Somersworth
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Somersworth School District
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About Somersworth Middle School
Somersworth Middle School is a public middle school in Somersworth, NH, part of Somersworth School District. Somersworth Middle School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Somersworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #333 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Somersworth Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NH avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Somersworth Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Somersworth Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Somersworth Middle School — Students at Somersworth Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.5%
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: 6.6/10.
How Somersworth Middle School Compares
See how Somersworth Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7 Memorial Dr., Somersworth, NH 03878
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somersworth Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Noble Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Berwick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dover Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Dover), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Somersworth, see our Somersworth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Somersworth High School Somersworth | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Idlehurst Elementary School Somersworth | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Vivian E Hussey School Berwick | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School at Horne Street Dover | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Noble Middle School Berwick | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Seacoast Charter School Dover | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Eric L Knowlton School Berwick | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARY ACADEMY Dover | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| MY SCHOOL Dover | 4.4 mi | — |
| Woodman Park School Dover | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Central School South Berwick | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| BERWICK ACADEMY South Berwick | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover | 4.3 mi | — |
| Dover Middle School Dover | 5.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Marshwood Great Works School South Berwick | 4.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Dover Senior High School Dover | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Garrison School Dover | 6.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03878 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,691
Median Home Value
$295,200
Median Rent
$1,410/mo
Population
12,145
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Indian River School Canaan, NH | 5.3 |
| Winnisquam Regional Middle School Tilton, NH | 5.3 |
| Henry Wilson Memorial School Farmington, NH | 5.5 |
| Kingswood Regional Middle School Wolfeboro, NH | 5.5 |
| Litchfield Middle School Litchfield, NH | 5.1 |
| Belmont Middle School Belmont, NH | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somersworth Middle School
What grades does Somersworth Middle School serve?
Somersworth Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Somersworth Middle School?
Somersworth Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Somersworth Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Somersworth Middle School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Somersworth Middle School rank in NH?
Somersworth Middle School ranks #333 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Somersworth Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Somersworth Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Somersworth Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somersworth Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Somersworth Middle School a charter school?
No, Somersworth Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Somersworth Middle School a Title I school?
No, Somersworth Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Somersworth Middle School?
37.5% of students at Somersworth Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Strafford County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.4%
- Phone
- (603) 692-2126
Resources & Links
District
Somersworth School District- District Enrollment
- 1,352
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,291
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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