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#128 of 480 schools in NH

Top 27% in state

Bow Elementary School

Elementary School · Bow School District

22 Bow Center Rd., Bow, NH 03304

Enrollment

528

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#128 of 480

In Bow

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Bow School District

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bow Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Bow · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Bow Memorial School

5.9/10

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7.9/10

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About Bow Elementary School

Bow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bow, NH, part of Bow School District. Bow Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Bow Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above NH schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,806
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Bow Elementary School — Students at Bow Elementary School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
61%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Bow Elementary School Compares

See how Bow Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
74th percentile in NH
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

22 Bow Center Rd., Bow, NH 03304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Christa McAuliffe School (rated 7.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a very similar rating. Another option is Mill Brook School (rated 7.0/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Concord), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dunbarton Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Dunbarton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bow, see our Bow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Bow Memorial School Bow 0.1 mi 5.9
Bow High School Bow 0.5 mi 7.9
MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bow 1.0 mi
Abbot-Downing School Concord 2.7 mi 6.4
Rundlett Middle School Concord 2.8 mi 4.5
ST JOHN REGIONAL SCHOOL Concord 3.5 mi 6.1
Concord High School Concord 3.6 mi 6.5
Christa McAuliffe School Concord 3.7 mi 7.5
ST PAUL'S SCHOOL Concord 3.6 mi 6.7
GREEN VALLEY SCHOOL Pembroke 3.7 mi 5.0
Strong Foundations Charter School Pembroke 4.3 mi 5.2
CONCORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Concord 4.8 mi 6.0
Pembroke Hill School Pembroke 3.9 mi 4.2
Pembroke Academy Pembroke 4.2 mi 5.8
Dunbarton Elementary School Dunbarton 4.9 mi 6.9
Allenstown Elementary School Allenstown 4.6 mi 6.9
Broken Ground School Concord 6.0 mi 5.7
Three Rivers School Pembroke 4.5 mi 6.6
Mill Brook School Concord 6.0 mi 7.0
Armand R. Dupont School Allenstown 4.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,482

Median Home Value

$443,700

Median Rent

$1,465/mo

Population

8,295

College Educated

61.3%

Homeownership

90.4%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Atkinson Academy Atkinson, NH 7.4
Christa McAuliffe School Concord, NH 7.5
Main Dunstable School Nashua, NH 7.5
Northwood Elementary School Northwood, NH 7.5
Berlin Elementary School Berlin, NH 7.3
North Salem Elementary School Salem, NH 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bow Elementary School

What grades does Bow Elementary School serve?

Bow Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Bow Elementary School?

Bow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bow Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bow Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bow Elementary School rank in NH?

Bow Elementary School ranks #128 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Bow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bow Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bow Elementary School a charter school?

No, Bow Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bow Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bow Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bow Elementary School?

5.1% of students at Bow Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Merrimack County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Bow School District
District Enrollment
1,671
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,806
District Rank
#2 of 3

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