Serving 1,098 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Golden Brook Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,098 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Golden Brook 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
Golden Brook Elementary School's student population of 1,098 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
1,098 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Golden Brook 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 Golden Brook Elementary School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#51 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
82%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Brook Elementary School's ranking?
Golden Brook Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Golden Brook Elementary School often compared to?
Golden Brook Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampstead Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Golden Brook Elementary School?
1,098 students attend Golden Brook Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Golden Brook Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Golden Brook Elementary School?
Golden Brook Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Golden Brook Elementary School offer ?
Golden Brook Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Golden Brook Elementary School part of?
Golden Brook Elementary School is part of Windham School District.
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