For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 603 students in Gilford, NH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilford, NH are 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Gilford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Gilford, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 elementary schools in Gilford, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Gilford, NH include Gilford Elementary School and Gilford Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Gilford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Gilford.
What is the racial composition of students in Gilford?
Gilford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
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