Serving 241 students in grades 5-8, Great Brook 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 22% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Great Brook School's student population of 241 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Brook School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Brook School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Brook School's ranking?
Great Brook School is ranked #370 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend Great Brook School?
241 students attend Great Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Great Brook School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Brook School?
Great Brook School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Brook School offer ?
Great Brook School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Great Brook School part of?
Great Brook School is part of Contoocook Valley School District.
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