Serving 1,008 students in grades 9-12, Goffstown High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,008 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Goffstown High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Goffstown school district, covering an area of approximately 37.6 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goffstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Goffstown High School's student population of 1,008 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,008 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Advancing Student Learning
School Rankings
Goffstown High 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 Goffstown High School is 0.19, 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
#134 out of 455 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goffstown High School's ranking?
Goffstown High School is ranked #134 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Goffstown High School often compared to?
Goffstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Stark Regional High School, Bedford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goffstown High School?
The graduation rate of Goffstown High School is 94%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Goffstown High School?
1,008 students attend Goffstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Goffstown High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goffstown High School?
Goffstown High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Goffstown High School offer ?
Goffstown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Goffstown High School part of?
Goffstown High School is part of Goffstown School District.
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