Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gilmanton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmanton 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
Gilmanton Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Gilmanton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmanton Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#79 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gilmanton Elementary School's ranking?
Gilmanton Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Gilmanton Elementary School often compared to?
Gilmanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanbornton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gilmanton Elementary School?
359 students attend Gilmanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gilmanton Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmanton Elementary School?
Gilmanton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilmanton Elementary School offer ?
Gilmanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilmanton Elementary School part of?
Gilmanton Elementary School is part of Gilmanton School District.
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