Serving 1,005 students in grades 9-12, Goffstown High School ranks in the top 20% 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 49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,005 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Goffstown High School's student population of 1,005 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,005 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Goffstown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Goffstown High School is 0.17, 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
#79 out of 456 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
91%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Goffstown High School's ranking?
Goffstown High School is ranked #79 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Goffstown High School?
The graduation rate of Goffstown High School is 92%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Goffstown High School?
1,005 students attend Goffstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Goffstown High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Goffstown High School?
Goffstown High School has a student ration of 12:1, 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
What school district is Goffstown High School part of?
Goffstown High School is part of Goffstown School District.
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