Serving 57 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gilsum Steam Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilsum Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gilsum Steam Academy's student population of 57 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Students First
School Rankings
Gilsum Steam Academy 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 Gilsum Steam Academy is 0.21, 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
#142 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
89%
82%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Gilsum Steam Academy's ranking?
Gilsum Steam Academy is ranked #142 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Gilsum Steam Academy?
57 students attend Gilsum Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Gilsum Steam Academy students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilsum Steam Academy?
Gilsum Steam Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Gilsum Steam Academy offer ?
Gilsum Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilsum Steam Academy part of?
Gilsum Steam Academy is part of Monadnock Regional School District.
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