Serving 80 students in grades 6-8, Gorham Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than 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 6% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gorham Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Gorham, NH school district, encompassing approximately 128.2 square miles. The zone extends up to 11.3 miles from the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to its edges, making for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gorham Middle School's student population of 80 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Gorham Middle School 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 Gorham Middle School is 0.12, 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
#225 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Husky
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gorham Middle School's ranking?
Gorham Middle School is ranked #225 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gorham Middle School?
80 students attend Gorham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Gorham Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorham Middle School?
Gorham Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gorham Middle School offer ?
Gorham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gorham Middle School part of?
Gorham Middle School is part of Gorham Randolph Shelburne Cooperative School District.
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