At a glance
Reported students
470
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–13
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New Hampshire high enrollment
59th percentile
Compared with 101 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
303
Gilford High School: 470 reported students.
State peer staffing position
51st percentile
11.5:1 reported; state peer median 11.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 505
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.4:1
What the reported data says about Gilford High School
Gilford High School is a public high school serving grades 09–13 in Gilford. It is one of 3 current school records connected to Gilford School District. NCES reports 470 students for 2024–25.
Among 101 high schools in New Hampshire with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 343 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 59th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.5:1, close to the New Hampshire median of 11.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (95.7%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.7%). English learners represent 0.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Gilford High School
- 1How do the reported 11.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 41 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 0.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 11.3%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.3
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White95.7%
- Hispanic1.7%
- Black0.6%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial0.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Gilford School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Gilford Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–04
303 reported students
Gilford Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08
277 reported students
Public schools near Gilford High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilford Middle School Middle · Gilford School District | 05–08 | 277 | under 0.1 mi |
| Gilford Elementary School Elementary · Gilford School District | KG–04 | 303 | 0.2 mi |
| Woodland Heights Elementary School Elementary · Laconia School District | PK–05 | 318 | 2.7 mi |
| Laconia High School High · Laconia School District | 09–12 | 562 | 2.9 mi |
| Belmont High School High · Shaker Regional School District | 09–12 | 361 | 7.4 mi |
| Inter-Lakes High School High · Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District | 09–13 | 294 | 9.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Gilford High School
What grades does Gilford High School serve?
Gilford High School reports grades 09–13 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Gilford School District.
How many students attend Gilford High School?
Gilford High School reported 470 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 59th percentile among 101 New Hampshire high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 505 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Gilford High School?
The calculated ratio is 11.5:1, based on 470 students and 41 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New Hampshire median for the same school level is 11.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Gilford High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Gilford High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Gilford School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Gilford High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
11.3% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Gilford High School in?
Gilford High School is part of Gilford School District, based in Gilford, NH, which operates 3 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Gilford High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Gilford Middle School (under 0.1 mi), Gilford Elementary School (0.2 mi), Woodland Heights Elementary School (2.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.