Serving 160 students in grades 9-12, Pittsfield High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsfield High School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Campus Size
20
School Rankings
Pittsfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsfield High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#356 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Pittsfield High School's ranking?
Pittsfield High School is ranked #356 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Pittsfield High School often compared to?
Pittsfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsfield High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsfield High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pittsfield High School?
160 students attend Pittsfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pittsfield High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsfield High School?
Pittsfield High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pittsfield High School offer ?
Pittsfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsfield High School part of?
Pittsfield High School is part of Pittsfield School District.
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