Middle Schools in Pelham School District

The Pelham School District has a single middle school, Pelham Memorial School, which serves grades 6-8. Located in Pelham, New Hampshire, the school has consistently underperformed compared to other middle schools in the state, ranking in the bottom third of New Hampshire middle schools over the past three school years.

Pelham Memorial School's academic performance is a concern, with proficiency rates in Mathematics (30%), Reading (47%), and Science (21%) falling below the district and state averages in the 2024-2025 school year. The school's performance has been declining in recent years, with proficiency rates dropping across all subject areas. Despite having a relatively low percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and a small student-teacher ratio, the school's underperformance suggests that factors beyond demographics may be contributing to the challenges it faces.

To address the issues at Pelham Memorial School, further analysis could explore the school's performance in comparison to similar schools, examine long-term trends, and gather qualitative data from stakeholders. Identifying and implementing effective interventions could help the school improve student outcomes and better serve the Pelham community.