Serving 502 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Riddle Brook School ranks in the top 1% 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 88% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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 19% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riddle Brook 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
Riddle Brook School's student population of 502 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riddle Brook School ranks within the top 1% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riddle Brook School is 0.33, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 457 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
81%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riddle Brook School's ranking?
Riddle Brook School is ranked #3 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Riddle Brook School often compared to?
Riddle Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peter Woodbury School, Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Riddle Brook School?
502 students attend Riddle Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Riddle Brook School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riddle Brook School?
Riddle Brook School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Riddle Brook School offer ?
Riddle Brook School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Riddle Brook School part of?
Riddle Brook School is part of Bedford School District.
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