Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, West Running Brook Middle 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 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Running Brook Middle School's student population of 518 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
West Running Brook Middle 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 West Running Brook Middle School is 0.27, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
85%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Running Brook Middle School's ranking?
West Running Brook Middle School is ranked #335 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are West Running Brook Middle School often compared to?
West Running Brook Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert H. Hood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend West Running Brook Middle School?
518 students attend West Running Brook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Running Brook Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Running Brook Middle School?
West Running Brook Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Running Brook Middle School offer ?
West Running Brook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Running Brook Middle School part of?
West Running Brook Middle School is part of Derry Cooperative School District.
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