Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

Summary:

Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School is a public charter high school located in Salem, New Hampshire, serving 128 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Salem School District, which is ranked 41 out of 163 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

One key differentiator for Arts Academy is its racial makeup, with a higher percentage of white students (86.72%) compared to nearby public schools, which range from 79.72% to 92.22% white students. The school also has a higher percentage of Hispanic students (9.38%) than the surrounding schools. Academically, the school outperforms the state average in reading and science proficiency, with 73% and 64% of students proficient or better, respectively. However, its math proficiency (33%) is lower than the state average of 41%. The school's statewide ranking has improved over the years, moving from a 1-star rating in 2020-2021 to a 4-star rating in 2023-2024, ranking 17th out of 87 New Hampshire high schools.

Another notable aspect of Arts Academy is its lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (13.28%) compared to the nearby public schools, which range from 2.27% to 27.5%. The school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.6, lower than the nearby public schools, which range from 10 to 14.2 students per teacher. These factors suggest that Arts Academy may serve a more affluent student population and provide a more personalized learning environment.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

19 Keewaydin Drive
Salem, NH 03079-4891

(603) 912-4944

District: Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

SchoolDigger Rank:
17^th of 87 New Hampshire High Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 11.6

Number of students: 128

Racial breakdown:

White:

86.7%

Hispanic:

9.4%

African American:

1.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 13.3%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School ranks better than 80.5% of high schools in New Hampshire. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 77.89. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (86.7%), Hispanic (9.4%), Asian (1.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 13.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School is 11.6. (See more...)

Compare Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School employs 11 full-time teachers.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School 17^th of 87 New Hampshire public high schools. (See Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School 41^st of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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Rank History for all students at Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile
2016	39.82	53^rd	84	36.9%
2017	29.58	66^th	82	19.5%
2018	29.34	58^th	81	28.4%
2019	46.62	40^th	71	43.7%
2021	26.53	64^th	84	23.8%
2022	46.47	40^th	85	52.9%
2023	73.54	19^th	85	77.6%
2024	77.89	17^th	87	80.5%

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Rank History for Female students at Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile
2018	22.67	45^th	60	25.0%
2019	46.69	28^th	63	55.6%
2021	17.20	54^th	59	8.5%
2022	37.79	49^th	79	38.0%
2023	76.51	15^th	78	80.8%
2024	66.07	23^rd	81	71.6%

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Rank History for White students at Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile
2018	34.08	41^st	64	35.9%
2019	43.90	38^th	66	42.4%
2021	24.85	51^st	67	23.9%
2022	42.79	45^th	85	47.1%
2023	75.70	17^th	83	79.5%
2024	71.12	24^th	87	72.4%

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

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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

Review counts

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67%

33%

Reviews:

by a parent
Saturday, March 14, 2020

This school has done wonders for my daughter! The teachers are amazing and the administration does a wonderful job! Close Quote

by a citizen
Wednesday, October 30, 2019

As an art integrated charter high school in southern New Hampshire just in their 5th year they are a true hidden jewel in the community. I have had 3 grandchildren graduate from this school and they all went on to attend colleges in NH. This school is a blessing and in some cases a safe place for them to be themselves. All unique in their art studies these students come together as a family and they will tell you that! This school isn’t just a place for them to learn it is a place for them to grow! Close Quote

Enrollment information for Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2015	55	0	0	2	0	0	57
2016	103	1	0	0	0	0	104
2017	123	3	2	3	0	0	131
2018	124	2	2	2	0	2	132
2019	119	0	1	4	0	0	124
2020	102	0	2	6	1	2	113
2021	102	0	0	8	0	3	113
2022	112	1	0	7	0	1	121
2023	111	2	2	12	0	1	128

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

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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 Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2015	57	4.0	14.2	5.3
2016	104	6.0	17.3	5.8
2017	131	11.0	11.9	8.4
2018	132	11.0	12.0	9.8
2019	124	11.0	11.2	16.1
2020	113	11.0	10.2	19.5
2021	113	10.0	11.3	19.5
2022	121	11.0	11.0	17.4
2023	128	11.0	11.6	13.3

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 Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2015	57	4.0	14.2	5.3
2016	104	6.0	17.3	5.8
2017	131	11.0	11.9	8.4
2018	132	11.0	12.0	9.8
2019	124	11.0	11.2	16.1
2020	113	11.0	10.2	19.5
2021	113	10.0	11.3	19.5
2022	121	11.0	11.0	17.4
2023	128	11.0	11.6	13.3

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 Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 40^th of 71 High schools	Ranks 19^th of 85 High schools	34%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
11th Grade Science (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	27	50	23%
11th Grade Science (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	27	50	23%
11th Grade Science (New Hampshire)	41	41
11th Grade Mathematics (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	31	37	6%
11th Grade Mathematics (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	31	37	6%
11th Grade Mathematics (New Hampshire)	42	35	7%
11th Grade Reading (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	85	77	8%
11th Grade Reading (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	85	77	8%
11th Grade Reading (New Hampshire)	63	59	4%
All Grades Mathematics (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	31	37	6%
All Grades Mathematics (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	31	37	6%
All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)	48	42	6%
All Grades Reading (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	85	77	8%
All Grades Reading (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	85	77	8%
All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)	56	52	4%
All Grades Science (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	27	50	23%
All Grades Science (Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School)	27	50	23%
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	124	128	3.2%
African American	0	2
American Indian	0	0
Asian	1	2	100%
Hispanic	4	12	200%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	119	111	6.7%
Two or More Races	0	1
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	16.1%	13.3%	2.8%

Schools Near Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				SAT Mathematics (2024)	SAT Reading (2024)	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	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	SAT Reading 11th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics All Grades	NH SAS Reading All Grades	NH SAS Science 11th Grade	NH SAS Science All Grades	Total
Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School	Public, Charter	9-12	19 Keewaydin Drive	Salem	03079	Rockingham County	Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 912-4944	128	11	11.6	13.3%	111 (86.7%)	2 (1.6%)	12 (9.4%)	2 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	77.9	17^th of 87 public high schools	80.5%		73.5	19^th of 85 public high schools	77.6%	2	33.0	73.0	33.0	73.0	64.0	64.0
Salem High School	Public	9-12	44 Geremonty Dr.	Salem	03079	Rockingham County	Salem School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 893-7069	1,134	100	11.3	11.8%	904 (79.7%)	7 (0.6%)	120 (10.6%)	49 (4.3%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	52 (4.6%)	50.9	37^th of 87 public high schools	57.5%		36.6	51^st of 85 public high schools	40.0%	14	24.0	60.0	24.0	60.0	47.0	47.0	$19,135
Windham High School	Public	9-12	64 London Bridge Rd.	Windham	03087	Rockingham County	Windham School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 845-1558	1,055	74	14.2	2.3%	849 (80.5%)	10 (0.9%)	41 (3.9%)	66 (6.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	89 (8.4%)	93.2	3^rd of 87 public high schools	96.6%		92	6^th of 85 public high schools	92.9%	3	53.0	78.0	53.0	78.0	71.0	71.0	$17,496
Pelham High School	Public	9-12	85 Marsh Rd.	Pelham	03076	Hillsborough County	Pelham School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 635-2115	575	55	10.4	7.1%	499 (86.8%)	5 (0.9%)	38 (6.6%)	16 (2.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (3.0%)	37.6	51^st of 87 public high schools	41.4%		36.4	52^nd of 85 public high schools	38.8%	1	21.0	62.0	21.0	62.0	30.0	30.0	$17,186
Timberlane Regional High School	Public	9-12	36 Greenough Rd.	Plaistow	03865	Rockingham County	Timberlane Regional School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 382-6541	1,003	91	11.0	7.7%	925 (92.2%)	9 (0.9%)	36 (3.6%)	12 (1.2%)	6 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (1.5%)	39.2	47^th of 87 public high schools	46.0%		51.7	35^th of 85 public high schools	58.8%	12	27.0	63.0	27.0	63.0	23.0	23.0	$20,322
Next Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	5 Hood Road	Derry	03038	Rockingham County	Next Charter School	Yes	No	No	Yes	(603) 437-6398	80	8	10.0	27.5%	69 (86.3%)	1 (1.3%)	6 (7.5%)	1 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (3.8%)	20	71^st of 87 public high schools	18.4%		25.8	64^th of 85 public high schools	24.7%	7	0.0	50.0	0.0	50.0	33.0	33.0
Pinkerton Academy	Public	9-12	5 Pinkerton St.	Derry	03038	Rockingham County	Pinkerton Academy School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 437-5200	3,060	228	13.3	10.6%	2,699 (88.2%)	37 (1.2%)	145 (4.7%)	73 (2.4%)	6 (0.2%)	2 (0.1%)	98 (3.2%)	38	50^th of 87 public high schools	42.5%		53.6	32^nd of 85 public high schools	62.4%	18	25.0	60.0	25.0	60.0	29.0	29.0
Londonderry Senior High School	Public	9-12	295 Mammoth Rd.	Londonderry	03053	Rockingham County	Londonderry School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 432-6941	1,386	122	11.3	9.1%	1,242 (89.6%)	9 (0.6%)	61 (4.4%)	24 (1.7%)	2 (0.1%)	0 (0.0%)	48 (3.5%)	57	34^th of 87 public high schools	60.9%		59.9	27^th of 85 public high schools	68.2%	7	35.0	69.0	35.0	69.0	33.0	33.0	$17,631
Alvirne High School	Public	9-12	200 Derry Rd.	Hudson	03051	Hillsborough County	Hudson School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 886-1260	1,038	79	13.1	11.7%	879 (84.7%)	19 (1.8%)	61 (5.9%)	26 (2.5%)	4 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	49 (4.7%)	31.6	58^th of 87 public high schools	33.3%		57.4	29^th of 85 public high schools	65.9%	29	15.0	56.0	15.0	56.0	35.0	35.0	$17,270
Campbell High School	Public	9-12	1 Highlander Ct.	Litchfield	03052	Hillsborough County	Litchfield School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 546-0300	412	33	12.3	8.5%	355 (86.2%)	1 (0.2%)	24 (5.8%)	9 (2.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (5.6%)	73.4	21^st of 87 public high schools	75.9%		42.9	42^nd of 85 public high schools	50.6%	21	42.0	70.0	42.0	70.0	47.0	47.0	$18,281

Frequently Asked Questions about Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School

What is the racial makeup of Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School?

Students at Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School are 87% White, 9% Hispanic, 2% African American, 2% Asian.

Is Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School a good school?

Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School ranks 17^th of 87 New Hampshire high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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How many students attend Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 128 students attended Arts Academy of New Hampshire Chartered Public High School.

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