Serving 294 students in grades 5-8, Gilford 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 47% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilford Middle School's student population of 294 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Gilford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilford Middle School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
93%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilford Middle School's ranking?
Gilford Middle School is ranked #167 out of 457 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gilford Middle School?
294 students attend Gilford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gilford Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilford Middle School?
Gilford Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilford Middle School offer ?
Gilford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilford Middle School part of?
Gilford Middle School is part of Gilford School District.
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