Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Memorial 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial 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
Memorial School's student population of 439 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial School ranks within the top 5% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial School is 0.45, which is more 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
#15 out of 455 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
73%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bedford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial School's ranking?
Memorial School is ranked #15 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Memorial School often compared to?
Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riddle Brook School, Peter Woodbury School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Memorial School?
439 students attend Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Memorial School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial School?
Memorial School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial School offer ?
Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial School part of?
Memorial School is part of Bedford School District.
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