Bow High School

55 Falcon Way
Bow, NH 03304
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 625 students in grades 9-13, Bow High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 625 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NH)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Bow High School's student population of 625 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
625 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Bow High School ranks within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bow High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NH)
#69 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
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45-49%
38%
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75-79%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Bow High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
3%
7%
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Black
n/a
2%
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White
92%
83%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.15
This chart display the diversity score of Bow High School and the public school average diversity score of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
≥95%
86%
This chart display graduation rate of Bow High School and public school graduation rate of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
18%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Bow High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bow High School's ranking?
Bow High School is ranked #69 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bow High School often compared to?
Bow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bow High School?
The graduation rate of Bow High School is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bow High School?
625 students attend Bow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bow High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bow High School?
Bow High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bow High School offer ?
Bow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Bow High School part of?
Bow High School is part of Bow School District.

School Reviews

4   4/29/2022
My parents moved us to Bow specifically for its school system. The town definitely puts a lot of money into its education and I absolutely loved high school. There were so many opportunities for experiences and some of my favorite teachers I've ever had. I also loved picking my extra classes. It was always hard to choose what I wanted to try out of all the good options. I still miss the art room some days.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - E.
2   4/14/2016
I went here before moving out of state, and let me tell you this is the worst school you could send your child through. Between teachers only caring about numbers and test scores, and the rediculous amount of work they assign students, my sister developed anxiety and depression, my good friend has had to go to therapy, and I myself have struggled with depression and self harm because of school stress. The guidance staff is rude, and not encouraging towards students. I would not ever send my child here because I believe students should not be in a comfortable environment without the workload of a college student, and having a life rather than dedicating all of my time to school work.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kkcat

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 625 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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