Serving 287 students in grades 4-8, Henry Wilson Memorial School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Wilson Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Wilson Memorial School's student population of 287 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henry Wilson Memorial School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Wilson Memorial School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#339 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
91%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry Wilson Memorial School's ranking?
Henry Wilson Memorial School is ranked #339 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henry Wilson Memorial School often compared to?
Henry Wilson Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington Senior High School, Valley View Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henry Wilson Memorial School?
287 students attend Henry Wilson Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Henry Wilson Memorial School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Wilson Memorial School?
Henry Wilson Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Wilson Memorial School offer ?
Henry Wilson Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Henry Wilson Memorial School part of?
Henry Wilson Memorial School is part of Farmington School District.
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