Serving 47 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wells 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 20-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wells Memorial School's attendance zone covers the entire Harrisville school district, encompassing approximately 20.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 7.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Memorial School's student population of 47 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells 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 Wells Memorial School is 0.26, 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
#231 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Wells Memorial School's ranking?
Wells Memorial School is ranked #231 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Wells Memorial School?
47 students attend Wells Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Wells Memorial School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wells Memorial School?
Wells Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wells Memorial School offer ?
Wells Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Memorial School part of?
Wells Memorial School is part of Harrisville School District.
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