Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gonic School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gonic School's student population of 212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gonic School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gonic School is 0.22, 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
#379 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
88%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gonic School's ranking?
Gonic School is ranked #379 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Gonic School often compared to?
Gonic Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Rochester School, Maple Street Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gonic School?
212 students attend Gonic School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gonic School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gonic School?
Gonic School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gonic School offer ?
Gonic School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gonic School part of?
Gonic School is part of Rochester School District.
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