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Memorial School

31 W. Main St.
Newton, NH 03858
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 261 students in grades 3-5, Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50% in NH
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Memorial School's student population of 261 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar

School Rankings

Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#273 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
44%
42%
43%
51%
25-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Memorial School's ranking?
Memorial School is ranked #273 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Memorial School often compared to?
Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hampton School, Hampton Centre School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Memorial School?
261 students attend Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Memorial School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial School?
Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Memorial School offer ?
Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial School part of?
Memorial School is part of Sanborn Regional School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 3-5
  • Enrollment: 261 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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