Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

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Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School is a public charter high school in Manchester, New Hampshire, serving 88 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Manchester School District, which is ranked 52 out of 163 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Spark Academy stands out for its significantly higher percentage of white students (84.09%) compared to surrounding schools, which range from 38.61% to 90.90% white students. The school has shown strong performance in reading and science assessments, with 60-63% of students proficient or better, outperforming the state averages. However, their math proficiency rates are lower, at 30% proficient or better, compared to the state average of 41%. Spark Academy also has a very low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 5.6 to 14.6 over the past 3 years, significantly lower than the surrounding schools, which have ratios between 10.4 and 17.2. Additionally, the school has a relatively low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 4.76% to 8.82% over the past 3 years, compared to the surrounding schools which have rates as high as 49.61%.

While Spark Academy has some areas of strong performance, it has also experienced significant fluctuations in test scores, rankings, and ratings over the past few years. For example, the school's reading and science proficiency rates dropped from around 85% in 2021-2022 to 60-63% in 2023-2024, while its statewide ranking and SchoolDigger rating have ranged from 26th out of 87 high schools (4 stars) in 2023-2024 to 63rd out of 85 high schools (1 star) in 2022-2023. This volatility in performance is not seen in the more consistently high-performing nearby schools like Bow High School and Bedford High School.

Detail:

Public, Charter 9-12

1066 Front St.
Manchester, NH 03102-8528

(603) 316-1170

District: Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies

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

Student/teacher ratio: 14.6

Number of students: 88

Racial breakdown:

White:

84.1%

African American:

6.8%

Two or more races:

4.5%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 6.8%

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Performance Trends

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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 64.12. (See more...)

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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School:

SchoolDigger ranks Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School 26^th of 87 New Hampshire public high schools. (See Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

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SchoolDigger ranks Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies 52^nd of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	26.49	63^rd	85	25.9%
2024	64.12	26^th	87	70.1%

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Rank History for Male students at Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	67.09	23^rd	82	72.0%

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Rank History for White students at Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	62.27	31^st	87	64.4%

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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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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	Two or More Races	Total
2020	21	2	0	3	0	26
2021	29	2	0	3	0	34
2022	54	5	1	3	0	63
2023	74	6	1	3	4	88

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

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2020	26	2.5	10.4	11.5
2021	34	6.0	5.6	8.8
2022	63	7.0	9.0	4.8
2023	88	6.0	14.6	6.8

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 Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2020	26	2.5	10.4	11.5
2021	34	6.0	5.6	8.8
2022	63	7.0	9.0	4.8
2023	88	6.0	14.6	6.8

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.

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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
Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	1066 Front St.	Manchester	03102	Hillsborough County	Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 316-1170	88	6	14.6	6.8%	74 (84.1%)	6 (6.8%)	3 (3.4%)	1 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (4.5%)	64.1	26^th of 87 public high schools	70.1%		26.5	63^rd of 85 public high schools	25.9%	37	30.0	60.0	30.0	60.0	63.0	63.0
Kreiva Academy Public Charter School (H)	Public, Charter	9-12	470 Pine St.	Manchester	03104	Hillsborough County	Kreiva Academy Public Charter School	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 232-7974	77	0	15.4	70.1%	48 (62.3%)	2 (2.6%)	14 (18.2%)	2 (2.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (14.3%)								(n/a)		42.0		42.0
Manchester West High School	Public	9-12	9 Notre Dame Ave.	Manchester	03102	Hillsborough County	Manchester School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 624-6384	772	59	13.0	49.6%	348 (45.1%)	76 (9.8%)	216 (28.0%)	35 (4.5%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	95 (12.3%)	4.7	87^th of 87 public high schools	0.0%		10.9	79^th of 85 public high schools	7.1%	8		32.0		32.0	16.0	16.0	$17,782
Manchester Central High School	Public	9-12	535 Beech Street	Manchester	03104	Hillsborough County	Manchester School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 624-6363	1,168	87	13.3	46.8%	451 (38.6%)	201 (17.2%)	345 (29.5%)	36 (3.1%)	3 (0.3%)	3 (0.3%)	129 (11.0%)	18.6	74^th of 87 public high schools	14.9%		10.5	81^st of 85 public high schools	4.7%	7	16.0	45.0	16.0	45.0	27.0	27.0	$12,752
Manchester Memorial High School	Public	9-12	1 Crusader Way	Manchester	03103	Hillsborough County	Manchester School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 624-6378	1,405	91	15.3	34.0%	800 (56.9%)	121 (8.6%)	304 (21.6%)	85 (6.0%)	5 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	89 (6.3%)	9.2	84^th of 87 public high schools	3.4%		12.7	77^th of 85 public high schools	9.4%	7		45.0		45.0	13.0	13.0	$12,370
Manchester School of Technology (High School)	Public	9-12	100 Gerald Connors Circle	Manchester	03103	Hillsborough County	Manchester School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 624-6490	332	32	10.4	41.6%	211 (63.6%)	11 (3.3%)	89 (26.8%)	3 (0.9%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (5.1%)	11.2	82^nd of 87 public high schools	5.7%		9.7	82^nd of 85 public high schools	3.5%		10.0	45.0	10.0	45.0	17.0	17.0	$9,315
Goffstown High School	Public	9-12	27 Wallace Rd.	Goffstown	03045	Hillsborough County	Goffstown School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 497-4841	1,033	88	11.7	9.7%	939 (90.9%)	15 (1.5%)	29 (2.8%)	12 (1.2%)	3 (0.3%)	1 (0.1%)	34 (3.3%)	73.5	20^th of 87 public high schools	77.0%		73.3	20^th of 85 public high schools	76.5%		36.0	71.0	36.0	71.0	52.0	52.0	$15,636
The Founders Academy Charter School (H)	Public, Charter	9-12	5 Perimeter Rd	Manchester	03103	Hillsborough County	The Founders Academy Charter School	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 952-4705	147	12	12.0	18.4%	112 (76.2%)	12 (8.2%)	10 (6.8%)	3 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)	9 (6.1%)	89.5	8^th of 87 public high schools	90.8%		76.7	15^th of 85 public high schools	82.4%	7	39.0	86.0	39.0	86.0	80.0	80.0
Bedford High School	Public	9-12	47B Nashua Rd.	Bedford	03110	Hillsborough County	Bedford School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 310-9000	1,391	106	13.0	4.8%	1,120 (80.5%)	14 (1.0%)	50 (3.6%)	108 (7.8%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.1%)	97 (7.0%)	79.1	14^th of 87 public high schools	83.9%		93.8	5^th of 85 public high schools	94.1%	9	55.0	84.0	55.0	84.0	39.0	39.0	$14,660
Pembroke Academy	Public	9-12	209 Academy Rd.	Pembroke	03275	Merrimack County	Pembroke School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 485-7881	783	59	13.2	21.2%	698 (89.1%)	13 (1.7%)	19 (2.4%)	6 (0.8%)	1 (0.1%)	1 (0.1%)	45 (5.7%)	26.2	65^th of 87 public high schools	25.3%		29.5	60^th of 85 public high schools	29.4%	5	21.0	53.0	21.0	53.0	25.0	25.0	$15,078

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What is the racial makeup of Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School?

Students at Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School are 84% White, 7% African American, 5% Two or more races, 3% Hispanic, 1% Asian.

How many students attend Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 88 students attended Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School.

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Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School ranks 26^th of 87 New Hampshire high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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