Henry Wilson Memorial School

51 School St.
Farmington, NH 03835
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 271 students in grades 4-8, Henry Wilson Memorial 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 41% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Bottom 50% in NH
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : Henry Wilson Memorial School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Farmington school district, covering approximately 36.9 square miles and typically allowing for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school from various locations within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.8 miles, with the furthest points reaching up to 6.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Henry Wilson Memorial School's student population of 271 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence

School Rankings

Henry Wilson Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Wilson Memorial School is 0.13, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#258 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

41%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

47%
51%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
2%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓

White
93%
82%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
7%
0.13

Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
28.4%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Henry Wilson Memorial School's ranking?
Henry Wilson Memorial School is ranked #258 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henry Wilson Memorial School often compared to?
Henry Wilson Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View Community School, Farmington Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henry Wilson Memorial School?
271 students attend Henry Wilson Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Henry Wilson Memorial School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry Wilson Memorial School?
Henry Wilson Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Wilson Memorial School offer ?
Henry Wilson Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Wilson Memorial School part of?
Henry Wilson Memorial School is part of Farmington School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : Henry Wilson Memorial School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Farmington school district, covering approximately 36.9 square miles and typically allowing for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school from various locations within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.8 miles, with the furthest points reaching up to 6.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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