Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Gilford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilford Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gilford, NH, covering approximately 53.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Gilford Elementary School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gilford Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilford Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#124 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
93%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilford Elementary School's ranking?
Gilford Elementary School is ranked #124 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Gilford Elementary School often compared to?
Gilford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belmont Elementary School, Sanbornton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gilford Elementary School?
303 students attend Gilford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gilford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilford Elementary School?
Gilford Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilford Elementary School offer ?
Gilford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilford Elementary School part of?
Gilford Elementary School is part of Gilford School District.
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