Serving 50 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gilsum Steam Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilsum Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Gilsum, NH, encompassing approximately 165.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located up to 24.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilsum Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilsum Steam Academy's student population of 50 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First
School Rankings
Gilsum Steam Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilsum Steam Academy is 0.29, 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
#142 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
White
84%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilsum Steam Academy's ranking?
Gilsum Steam Academy is ranked #142 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gilsum Steam Academy?
50 students attend Gilsum Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Gilsum Steam Academy students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilsum Steam Academy?
Gilsum Steam Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilsum Steam Academy offer ?
Gilsum Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilsum Steam Academy part of?
Gilsum Steam Academy is part of Monadnock Regional School District.
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