Summary:
The Northumberland School District in New Hampshire has only one middle school, Groveton High School (Middle), which serves students in grades 6-8. This small school of just 72 students has faced declining performance in recent years, ranking 116th out of 130 New Hampshire middle schools in the 2023-2024 school year.
Groveton High School (Middle) struggles with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to state averages in core subjects like Mathematics (13% vs. 41%), Reading (34% vs. 53%), and Science (16% vs. 36%). The school's Mathematics proficiency is particularly concerning, with 0% of 7th graders meeting standards. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly White student population (98.61%) and has a high rate of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (34.72%), indicating economic challenges that may impact academic performance.
Despite the small size of the school and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 8:1, the data suggests Groveton High School (Middle) faces significant challenges in supporting student success. The declining performance, wide proficiency gaps, and socioeconomic factors highlight the need for targeted interventions and support to address the school's areas of weakness and ensure all students in the Northumberland School District receive a high-quality education.
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