Serving 428 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 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- 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 428 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Peter Woodbury 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 Peter Woodbury School is 0.43, 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
#9 out of 455 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
74%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Peter Woodbury School's ranking?
Peter Woodbury School is ranked #9 out of 455 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?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Peter Woodbury School?
428 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, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peter Woodbury School?
Peter Woodbury School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peter Woodbury School part of?
Peter Woodbury School is part of Bedford School District.
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