Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Peter Woodbury School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peter Woodbury School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Peter Woodbury School's student population of 462 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peter Woodbury School ranks within the top 5% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peter Woodbury School is 0.43, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#16 out of 456 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
74%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peter Woodbury School's ranking?
Peter Woodbury School is ranked #16 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Peter Woodbury School often compared to?
Peter Woodbury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riddle Brook School, Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Peter Woodbury School?
462 students attend Peter Woodbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Peter Woodbury School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peter Woodbury School?
Peter Woodbury School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peter Woodbury School offer ?
Peter Woodbury School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Peter Woodbury School part of?
Peter Woodbury School is part of Bedford School District.
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