For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 992 students in Bristol, NH (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Bristol, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, NH are Bridgewater-hebron Village School, Bristol Elementary School and Newfound Memorial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bridgewater-hebron Village School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25 School House Rd
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-6969
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-6969
Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 School St.
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-2761
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-2761
Gr: K-5 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Newfound Memorial Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 N. Main St.
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-8162
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-8162
Gr: 6-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Newfound Regional High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 Newfound Rd
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-6006
Bristol, NH 03222
(603) 744-6006
Gr: 9-13 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bristol, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Bristol, NH include Bridgewater-hebron Village School, Bristol Elementary School and Newfound Memorial Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
4 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bristol include: Newfound Regional High School vs. Newfound Memorial Middle School
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