Serving 530 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 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bow Memorial School's student population of 530 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
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 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
92%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
530 students attend Bow Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bow Memorial School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 13:1, 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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