Serving 352 students in grades 5-8, Hampstead Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampstead Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hampstead Middle School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Hampstead Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampstead Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#120 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
91%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampstead Middle School's ranking?
Hampstead Middle School is ranked #120 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hampstead Middle School often compared to?
Hampstead Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampstead Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hampstead Middle School?
352 students attend Hampstead Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hampstead Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hampstead Middle School?
Hampstead Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampstead Middle School offer ?
Hampstead Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampstead Middle School part of?
Hampstead Middle School is part of Hampstead School District.
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