JOHN D. PERKINS ACADEMY

John D. Perkins Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Marlow School District school district, located in Marlow, NH with about 35 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, John D. Perkins Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

John D. Perkins Academy, located in the small town of Marlow, New Hampshire, serves as a community-centered elementary school for students in grades kindergarten through sixth grade. As a vital component of the local landscape, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment that leverages its rural setting to foster personalized instruction. By maintaining small class sizes, the academy focuses on building strong relationships between students, teachers, and the broader community, ensuring that each child receives individual attention in their foundational years.

The school operates as part of a local tradition that prioritizes civic engagement and academic fundamentals. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for transition to middle school while nurturing a sense of belonging and responsibility within the town of Marlow. Through its connection with the SAU (School Administrative Unit), the academy balances state-mandated educational standards with the unique, supportive atmosphere expected of a small-town public school, aiming to develop well-rounded students in a safe and supportive educational space.

For more information, contact John D. Perkins Academy at (603) 446-3307 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.