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Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth logoHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%84+45.8Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%17+1.2Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 81Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.81SCORE

Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth

Portsmouth, NH · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #74Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 91 makeup artists · 4.8★ from 562 Google reviews

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Percentile vs other makeup artists (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 84% of makeup artists.A
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 86% of makeup artists.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 93% of makeup artists.A
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 100% of makeup artists.A
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MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 100% of makeup artists.A
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Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth is better than 17% of makeup artists.F
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Customers hired Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth for 8 kinds of job.

Paul Mitchell The School Portsmouth for blowouts

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.44
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.95
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Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$38–$84
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 90/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Blowouts”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#3 / 16
Said fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.100%

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Paula2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 2 days ago★★★★★

My experience was wonderful.

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KL14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 4 days ago★★★★★

THANK YOU Addie. I wish you many, many wishes for a happy future. When you see Emily please tell her I was thinking about her

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Anita13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

I've been going to the Paul Mitchell school in Portsmouth for years. Color, cut or advice, results and treatment are consistently great! Services are inexpensive so I can afford generous tips as encouragement. All of the learners have excellent guidance. I'm never disappointed.

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kenzie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I had a great experience. My stylist was professional and very friendly. I got the exact result I was hoping for, loving my new fall look!

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NacheleLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

My hair stylist Z was amazing! She listened to what I wanted and delivered gorgeous results! She gave me highlights, a layered bob haircut, curtain bangs and a voluminous blowout! Highly recommend!

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GabriellaLocal Guide · 110 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Chloe was absolutely amazing. Her attention to detail and care was outstanding.

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MindyLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★

Kind caring and attention to detail

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Noelle3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Eden was absolutely amazing yesterday! She is so professional and really knows how to carry on a conversation. I’m obsessed with her overall talent!

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Linda5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

I love Paul Mitchell ❤️ and the teacher's are all Great. And all the students

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Joy1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Lily was very thorough and explained step by step what we were agreeing to do, Color is beautiful , Wash and blow dry was lovely also! Excited to work with Lily and help her on her new adventure .

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Ada12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Sydney did a great job. I got a gloss, cut, and blow out and loved it.

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Sheila7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★★

Sydney is amazing. She pays attention, listened to what I wanted and she delivered! If I win the lottery she will be my personal stylist!

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Cara9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Absolutely loved it! Great school, great service!

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maya4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★

Ashley did the best job everrrr on my hair. Shes amazing!

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denise1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 5 months ago★★★★

Maggie did a fine job job on my wash n blow dry !

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Marie3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 6 months ago★★★★★

The Paul Mitchell School is a great place to get your hair styled!

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Liz5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Cheyenne was absolutely wonderful, taking her time and advising on what I should be using products wise.

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Patty5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Eva was my stylist, she did a terrific job with my haircut. The blow out & style was wonderful !

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Erin5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Cheyenne was amazing! Her first week on the floor and she was thoughtful, asking for advice before moving on each step of the way. My hair turned out even better than expected!! Shout out to Jace, teaching, who was calm, cool and kickass. I'm going to recommend and will be back myself!

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Melissa2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Cheyenne Lang is the absolute BEST!

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Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Haircut103$32–$58
Hair coloring60$111–$214
Blowouts44$38–$84
Pedicure11—
Facial massage8—
Manicure6$66–$96
Waxing4—
Nail art3—

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