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New Franklin School

1 Franklin Dr.
Portsmouth, NH 03801
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Franklin School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5% in NH
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

New Franklin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

School Overview

New Franklin School's student population of 256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 25, 2025
School Motto
The purpose of the Portsmouth schools is to educate all students by challenging them to become thinking, responsible, contributing citizens who continue to learn throughout their lives.

School Rankings

New Franklin School ranks within the top 5% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Franklin School is 0.36, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NH)
#8 out of 455 schools
(Top 5%)
75-79%
42%
80-84%
51%
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
79%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.36
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Franklin School's ranking?
New Franklin School is ranked #8 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are New Franklin School often compared to?
New Franklin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Harbour School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend New Franklin School?
256 students attend New Franklin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of New Franklin School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Franklin School?
New Franklin School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Franklin School offer ?
New Franklin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Franklin School part of?
New Franklin School is part of Portsmouth School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 256 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 75-79% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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