For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,094 students in Gilford, NH.
The top ranked public schools in Gilford, NH are Gilford High School, Gilford Elementary School and Gilford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gilford, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Gilford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Gilford, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gilford High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
88 Alvah Wilson Rd.
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-7135
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-7135
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Gilford Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
76 Belknap Mountain Rd.
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-1661
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 524-1661
Grades: K-4
| 309 students
Rank: #33.
Gilford Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
72 Alvah Wilson Rd.
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 527-2460
Gilford, NH 03249
(603) 527-2460
Grades: 5-8
| 294 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Gilford, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Gilford, NH include Gilford High School, Gilford Elementary School and Gilford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Gilford?
3 public schools are located in Gilford.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilford?
Gilford public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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