Gorham High School is a public, co-educational school located in Gorham, New Hampshire. Students are enrolled from the surrounding areas of Gorham, Randolph, and Shelburne. The school enrolls students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 84 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 5% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gorham Middle School's student population of 84 students has declined by 21% 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
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.10, 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
#225 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
84 students attend Gorham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gorham Middle School students are White, 3% 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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