Memorial School

31 W. Main St.
Newton, NH 03858
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 239 students in grades 3-5, Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50% in NH
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Memorial School's student population of 239 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar

School Rankings

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 Memorial School is 0.22, 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)
#273 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
44%
42%
43%
51%
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
(22-23)
20.1%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memorial School's ranking?
Memorial School is ranked #273 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Memorial School often compared to?
Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Centre School, North Hampton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Memorial School?
239 students attend Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Memorial School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial School?
Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial School offer ?
Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial School part of?
Memorial School is part of Sanborn Regional School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 239 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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