Great Bay Charter School (M)

Summary:

Great Bay Charter School (M) is a middle school located in Exeter, New Hampshire, serving grades 5-8 with a total enrollment of 40 students. This public charter school is part of the Exeter Region Cooperative School District, which is ranked 153 out of 163 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Great Bay Charter School (M) has a significantly higher percentage of white students compared to nearby public schools like Portsmouth Middle School and Oyster River Middle School, its academic performance consistently underperforms the state average and nearby public schools in standardized test scores for both mathematics and reading. In the 2022-2023 school year, only 28% of students were proficient or better in reading, compared to the state average of 52%, and 0% were proficient in mathematics, while the state average was 42%. The school has also consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of New Hampshire middle schools, with a ranking of 130 out of 134 schools in the most recent year.

Additionally, the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Great Bay Charter School (M) has increased from 17.78% in 2020-2021 to 25% in 2022-2023, indicating a growing population of economically disadvantaged students. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, this does not seem to be translating into improved academic outcomes. When compared to nearby high-performing public schools like Hampton Academy, Great Bay Charter School (M) falls significantly behind in academic achievement, ranking, and overall school quality, suggesting the need for significant improvements in the school's educational program and support systems.

Detail:

Public, Charter 5-8

30 Linden St.
Exeter, NH 03833-2622

(603) 519-9003

District: Great Bay Charter School

Student/teacher ratio: 8.0

Number of students: 42

Racial breakdown:

White:

85.7%

Two or more races:

9.5%

Asian:

4.8%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 33.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Great Bay Charter School (M) is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 9.1. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (85.7%), two or more races (9.5%), Asian (4.8%). (See more...)

Compare Details 33.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Great Bay Charter School (M) is 8. (See more...)

Compare Great Bay Charter School (M) employs 5.2 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Great Bay Charter School (M) was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Great Bay Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Great Bay Charter School 153^rd of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Great Bay Charter School (M)

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Rank History for all students at Great Bay Charter School (M)

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NH State Percentile
2011	20.17	109^th	128	14.8%
2012	0.17	131^st	131	0.0%
2013	1.71	131^st	131	0.0%
2014	3.82	130^th	132	1.5%
2016	32.39	105^th	134	21.6%
2017	32.62	88^th	125	29.6%
2022	31.39	95^th	130	26.9%
2023	9.10	130^th	134	3.0%

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Rank History for White students at Great Bay Charter School (M)

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	35.94	85^th	129	34.1%
2023	16.02	115^th	132	12.9%

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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Great Bay Charter School (M)

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2009	16	0	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	17
2010	22	0	1	0	0	0	0	23
2011	14	0	0	1	0	0	2	17
2012	15	0	0	0	0	0	2	17
2013	9	0	2	0	0	0	1	12
2014	23	0	0	0	0	0	0	23
2015	29	0	0	0	0	0	1	30
2016	34	0	0	0	0	0	1	35
2017	22	1	0	0	0	0	1	24
2018	20	3	0	0	1	0	0	24
2019	35	0	0	1	0	0	0	36
2020	37	1	0	2	0	0	0	40
2021	41	1	0	2	0	0	1	45
2022	46	1	0	1	0	0	3	51
2023	34	1	1	0	0	0	4	40
2024	36	0	2	0	0	0	4	42

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Great Bay Charter School (M)

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	17	1.2	14.2	17.6
2010	23	2.8	8.2	4.3
2011	17	3.2	5.3	35.3
2012	17	1.0	17.0	23.5
2013	12	3.2	3.7	0
2014	23	3.8	6.0	34.8
2015	30	2.0	15.0	26.7
2016	35	3.0	11.6	25.7
2017	24	2.0	12.0	25
2018	24	1.9	12.6	41.7
2019	36	2.6	13.8	44.4
2020	40	3.5	11.4	40
2021	45	3.2	14.0	17.8
2022	51	4.0	12.7	21.6
2023	40	5.5	7.2	25
2024	42	5.2	8.0	33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Great Bay Charter School (M)

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2009	17	1.2	14.2	17.6
2010	23	2.8	8.2	4.3
2011	17	3.2	5.3	35.3
2012	17	1.0	17.0	23.5
2013	12	3.2	3.7	0
2014	23	3.8	6.0	34.8
2015	30	2.0	15.0	26.7
2016	35	3.0	11.6	25.7
2017	24	2.0	12.0	25
2018	24	1.9	12.6	41.7
2019	36	2.6	13.8	44.4
2020	40	3.5	11.4	40
2021	45	3.2	14.0	17.8
2022	51	4.0	12.7	21.6
2023	40	5.5	7.2	25
2024	42	5.2	8.0	33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Great Bay Charter School (M)

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Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
8th Grade Reading (Great Bay Charter School (M))	33	43	10%
8th Grade Reading (Great Bay Charter School)	33	43	10%
8th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)	53	51	2%
8th Grade Science (Great Bay Charter School (M))	27	21	6%
8th Grade Science (Great Bay Charter School)	27	21	6%
8th Grade Science (New Hampshire)	41	35	6%
All Grades Mathematics (Great Bay Charter School (M))	13	0	13%
All Grades Mathematics (Great Bay Charter School)	16	14	2%
All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)	48	42	6%
All Grades Reading (Great Bay Charter School (M))	38	28	10%
All Grades Reading (Great Bay Charter School)	39	36	3%
All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)	56	52	4%
All Grades Science (Great Bay Charter School (M))	27	21	6%
All Grades Science (Great Bay Charter School)	35	17	18%
All Grades Science (New Hampshire)	40	37	3%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	36	40	11.1%
African American	0	1
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	1
Hispanic	1	0	100%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	35	34	2.9%
Two or More Races	0	4
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	44.4%	25%	19.4%

Schools Near Great Bay Charter School (M)

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				NH SAS Mathematics (2024)					NH SAS Reading (2024)					NH SAS Science (2024)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NH SAS Mathematics 5th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 6th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 7th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 8th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics All Grades	NH SAS Reading 5th Grade	NH SAS Reading 6th Grade	NH SAS Reading 7th Grade	NH SAS Reading 8th Grade	NH SAS Reading All Grades	NH SAS Science 5th Grade	NH SAS Science 8th Grade	NH SAS Science All Grades	Total
Great Bay Charter School (M)	Public, Charter	5-8	30 Linden St.	Exeter	03833	Rockingham County	Great Bay Charter School	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 519-9003	42	5	8.0	33.3%	36 (85.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (4.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (9.5%)								(n/a)									39.0	31.0
Cooperative Middle School	Public	6-8	100 Academic Way	Stratham	03885	Rockingham County	Exeter Region Cooperative School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 775-8700	923	95	9.7	10.6%	822 (89.1%)	13 (1.4%)	24 (2.6%)	29 (3.1%)	1 (0.1%)	3 (0.3%)	31 (3.4%)	75.8	24^th of 130 public middle schools	81.5%		69	32^nd of 134 public middle schools	76.1%	8		52.0	59.0	58.0	56.0		63.0	63.0	60.0	62.0		52.0	52.0	$17,941
Hampton Academy	Public	6-8	29 Academy Ave.	Hampton	03842	Rockingham County	Hampton School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 926-2000	302	35	8.6	13.2%	261 (86.4%)	3 (1.0%)	14 (4.6%)	7 (2.3%)	3 (1.0%)	1 (0.3%)	13 (4.3%)	85.5	16^th of 130 public middle schools	87.7%		85.4	16^th of 134 public middle schools	88.1%			55.0	62.0	56.0	58.0		72.0	77.0	70.0	73.0		59.0	59.0	$19,240
Newmarket Junior-Senior High (Elem)	Public	6-8	213 S. Main St.	Newmarket	03857	Rockingham County	Newmarket School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 659-3271	225	21	10.6	20.9%	182 (80.9%)	7 (3.1%)	11 (4.9%)	10 (4.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (6.7%)	42.7	73^rd of 130 public middle schools	43.8%		55.2	55^th of 134 public middle schools	59.0%	18		34.0	48.0	26.0	36.0		56.0	59.0	46.0	54.0		24.0	24.0
Sanborn Regional Middle School	Public	6-8	17 Danville Road	Kingston	03848	Rockingham County	Sanborn Regional School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 382-6226	245	24	10.2	10.2%	225 (91.8%)	2 (0.8%)	16 (6.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.8%)	39.6	81^st of 130 public middle schools	37.7%		48.5	66^th of 134 public middle schools	50.7%	15		41.0	27.0	42.0	36.0		37.0	49.0	56.0	47.0		31.0	31.0	$20,683
Epping Middle School	Public	6-8	33 Prescott Rd.	Epping	03042	Rockingham County	Epping School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 679-2544	184	18	10.5	12.0%	170 (92.4%)	1 (0.5%)	4 (2.2%)	1 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (4.3%)	47.1	60^th of 130 public middle schools	53.8%		47.3	67^th of 134 public middle schools	50.0%	7		35.0	26.0	48.0	37.0		52.0	60.0	52.0	55.0		34.0	34.0	$19,216
Seabrook Middle School	Public	5-8	256 Walton Rd.	Seabrook	03874	Rockingham County	Seabrook School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 474-9221	301	27	11.1	45.2%	244 (81.1%)	6 (2.0%)	23 (7.6%)	3 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (8.3%)	32.4	92^nd of 130 public middle schools	29.2%		14.6	120^th of 134 public middle schools	10.4%	28	25.0	38.0	33.0	22.0	30.0	38.0	30.0	57.0	47.0	43.0	26.0	28.0	27.0	$20,333
Rye Junior High School	Public	5-8	501 Washington Rd.	Rye	03870	Rockingham County	Rye School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 964-5591	191	21	9.0	2.6%	179 (93.7%)	3 (1.6%)	4 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (2.6%)	89.5	7^th of 130 public middle schools	94.6%		75.8	20^th of 134 public middle schools	85.1%	13	70.0	66.0	74.0	76.0	71.0	85.0	75.0	70.0	73.0	76.0	70.0	51.0	61.0
Oyster River Middle School	Public	5-8	1 Coe Dr.	Durham	03824	Strafford County	Oyster River Coop School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 868-2155	618	57	10.8	10.5%	520 (84.1%)	7 (1.1%)	13 (2.1%)	45 (7.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	33 (5.3%)	91.3	6^th of 130 public middle schools	95.4%		92.7	6^th of 134 public middle schools	95.5%		48.0	70.0	74.0	76.0	68.0	77.0	72.0	77.0	65.0	73.0	52.0	64.0	59.0	$19,012
Portsmouth Middle School	Public	6-8	155 Parrott Ave.	Portsmouth	03801	Rockingham County	Portsmouth School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 436-5781	472	47	10.0	14.0%	355 (75.2%)	6 (1.3%)	22 (4.7%)	34 (7.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	55 (11.7%)	87.1	10^th of 130 public middle schools	92.3%		87.7	12^th of 134 public middle schools	91.0%	2		62.0	62.0	66.0	63.0		70.0	74.0	76.0	73.0		51.0	51.0	$19,555

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Students at Great Bay Charter School (M) are 86% White, 10% Two or more races, 5% Asian.

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In the 2023-24 school year, 42 students attended Great Bay Charter School (M).

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