Serving 122 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Polaris Charter 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polaris Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Polaris Charter School's student population of 122 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Polaris Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polaris Charter School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
7%
2%
White
59%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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 Polaris Charter School's ranking?
Polaris Charter School is ranked #285 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Polaris Charter School often compared to?
Polaris Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Falls Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Polaris Charter School?
122 students attend Polaris Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Polaris Charter School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polaris Charter School?
Polaris Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Polaris Charter School offer ?
Polaris Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polaris Charter School part of?
Polaris Charter School is part of Polaris Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Polaris Charter School located?
Polaris Charter School is located in the Rimmon Heights neighborhood of Manchester, NH. There are 1 other public schools located in Rimmon Heights.
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