Serving 1,113 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Golden Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Brook Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Windham, NH school district, encompassing approximately 27.8 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Brook Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Golden Brook Elementary School's student population of 1,113 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,113 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Golden Brook Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Golden Brook Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#37 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
83%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)12.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Golden Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Brook Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Golden Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. L. F. Soule School, Hampstead Central School, North Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Golden Brook Elementary School?
1,113 students attend Golden Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Golden Brook Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Brook Elementary School?
Golden Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Golden Brook Elementary School offer ?
Golden Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Brook Elementary School part of?
Golden Brook Elementary School is part of Windham School District.
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