Serving 524 students in grades 5-8, Bow Memorial School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bow Memorial School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bow, NH, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bow Memorial School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we ROAR! - Resilience, Ownership, Acceptance, Respect
School Rankings
Bow Memorial School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bow Memorial School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
White
91%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bow Memorial School's ranking?
Bow Memorial School is ranked #128 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bow Memorial School often compared to?
Bow Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rundlett Middle School, Maple Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Bow Memorial School?
524 students attend Bow Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Bow Memorial School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bow Memorial School?
Bow Memorial School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bow Memorial School offer ?
Bow Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bow Memorial School part of?
Bow Memorial School is part of Bow School District.
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