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Portsmouth High School

120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871, United States
+1 (401) 683-2124
6.7
Overall Rating

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Portsmouth High School Overview

About This School

Portsmouth High School is a public high in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, serving 785 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 77% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a staff of 69 teachers with an average salary of $85,566 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 261 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population at Portsmouth High School is 83% White, 8% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, 2% Asian, and 2% Black.

785
Total Students
Grade 9-12
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
69 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts77%
Mathematics57%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 9-12
County
Newport County
Students per Counselor
261:1

Portsmouth High School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

77%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 57%State Avg: 35%
57%
Mathematics
City Avg: 53%State Avg: 29%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.8:1
State Avg: 12.7:1
261
Students per Counselor

Portsmouth High School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
69

Average Teacher Salary

$85,566
City Avg: $85,566
State Avg: $86,345

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor261:1

Portsmouth High School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.85%
Male
47.39%
Female
Total Enrollment: 785 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White82.68%
Hispanic7.9%
Asian2.17%
Black1.91%
Two or More Races3.95%
Native American0.25%

Portsmouth High School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Portsmouth High School

Q: What is Portsmouth High School?

A: Portsmouth High School is a high public located in Portsmouth.

Q: How many students attend Portsmouth High School?

A: Portsmouth High School has approximately 785 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 in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, serving 785 students in grades Grade 9-12. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 77% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a staff of 69 teachers with an average salary of $85,566 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Guidance services are provided through a ratio of 261 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 52% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population at Portsmouth High School is 83% White, 8% Hispanic, 4% Two or More Races, 2% Asian, and 2% Black.

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

Quick Facts about Portsmouth High School
School NamePortsmouth High School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 9-12
Location120 Education Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871, Portsmouth, RI
CountyNewport County
Phone+1 (401) 683-2124
Total Students785
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers69
Rating6.7/10
ELA Proficiency77%
Math Proficiency57%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Portsmouth High School

What is Portsmouth High School?

Portsmouth High School is a high public located in Portsmouth.

How many students attend Portsmouth High School?

Portsmouth High School has approximately 785 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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