Serving 36 students in grades 9-12, Cocheco For The Arts ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 56%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in NH)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cocheco For The Arts's student population of 36 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Rankings
The diversity score of Cocheco For The Arts is 0.06, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
97%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NH state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cocheco For The Arts?
The graduation rate of Cocheco For The Arts is 50%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cocheco For The Arts?
36 students attend Cocheco For The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cocheco For The Arts students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cocheco For The Arts?
Cocheco For The Arts has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cocheco For The Arts offer ?
Cocheco For The Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cocheco For The Arts part of?
Cocheco For The Arts is part of Cocheco Arts And Technology Academy School District.
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