Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Bow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 76% (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 16:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bow Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bow Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#64 out of 455 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
92%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bow Elementary School's ranking?
Bow Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bow Elementary School often compared to?
Bow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe School, Harold Martin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% 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 Elementary School?
542 students attend Bow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bow Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bow Elementary School?
Bow Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bow Elementary School offer ?
Bow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bow Elementary School part of?
Bow Elementary School is part of Bow School District.
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