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Portsmouth High School

50 Andrew Jarvis Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801, United States
+1 (603) 436-7100
http://www.cityofportsmouth.com/school/phs
5.8
Overall Rating

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Portsmouth High School Overview

About This School

Portsmouth High School is a public high school in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, serving 1,017 students in grades 9-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 79% in ELA, 61% in math, and 35% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 89 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $94,874. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 127 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 81% White, 8% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, 5% Asian, and 1% Black.

1,017
Total Students
9-13th Grade
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
89 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts79%
Mathematics61%
Science35%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
9-13th Grade
County
Rockingham County
Students per Counselor
127:1

Portsmouth High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

79%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 76%State Avg: 51%
61%
Mathematics
City Avg: 66%State Avg: 42%
35%
Science
City Avg: 52%State Avg: 38%

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 8.5:1
State Avg: 10.6:1
127
Students per Counselor

Portsmouth High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
89

Average Teacher Salary

$94,874
City Avg: $94,874
State Avg: $82,322

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor127:1

Portsmouth High School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.93%
Male
49.07%
Female
Total Enrollment: 1,017 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White80.83%
Hispanic5.8%
Asian4.82%
Black0.69%
Two or More Races7.67%
Native American0.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Portsmouth High School

Q: How many students attend Portsmouth High School?

A: Portsmouth High School has approximately 1,017 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth High School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth High School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Portsmouth High School

Portsmouth High School is a public high school in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, serving 1,017 students in grades 9-13th Grade. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 79% in ELA, 61% in math, and 35% in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 89 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $94,874. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 127 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 81% White, 8% Two or More Races, 6% Hispanic, 5% Asian, and 1% Black.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Portsmouth High School - Portsmouth, NH

Quick Facts about Portsmouth High School
School NamePortsmouth High School
School Typepublic
Grade Levels9-13th Grade
Location50 Andrew Jarvis Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801, Portsmouth, NH
CountyRockingham County
Phone+1 (603) 436-7100
Total Students1,017
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers89
Rating5.8/10
ELA Proficiency79%
Math Proficiency61%
Science Proficiency35%

Frequently Asked Questions about Portsmouth High School

How many students attend Portsmouth High School?

Portsmouth High School has approximately 1,017 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portsmouth High School is 11:1.

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