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#396 of 480 schools in NH

Gonic School

Elementary School · Rochester School District

10 Railroad Ave., Gonic, NH 03839

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#396 of 480

In district

#5 of 10

Rochester School District

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Gonic School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Gonic · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Gonic School

Gonic School is a public elementary school in Gonic, NH, part of Rochester School District. Gonic School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gonic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Gonic School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,389
Chronic Absenteeism25.5%

Gonic School — Students at Gonic School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Gonic School Compares

See how Gonic School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
18th percentile in NH
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

Location

10 Railroad Ave., Gonic, NH 03839

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gonic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Rochester School (rated 5.5/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby E. Rochester), which scores notably higher. Another option is William Allen School (rated 5.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Barrington Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Barrington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gonic, see our Gonic schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ROCHESTER LEARNING ACADEMY Gonic 0.2 mi
Rochester Middle School Rochester 1.4 mi 3.0
McClelland School Rochester 1.5 mi 3.3
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Rochester 1.6 mi
William Allen School Rochester 1.7 mi 5.3
ST ELIZABETH SETON SCHOOL Rochester 2.0 mi 4.7
Maple Street Magnet School Rochester 2.0 mi 3.0
School Street School Rochester 2.2 mi 4.9
Chamberlain Street School Rochester 2.2 mi 3.6
Spaulding High School Rochester 2.6 mi 5.8
Bud Carlson Academy Rochester 2.8 mi 4.0
MONARCH SCHOOL OF NEW ENGLAND Rochester 3.1 mi 6.7
East Rochester School E. Rochester 3.9 mi 5.5
CHILDREN IN MOTION Dover 4.3 mi
Barrington Middle School Barrington 4.6 mi 6.5
Barrington Elementary School Barrington 4.7 mi 5.2
Seacoast Charter School Dover 5.0 mi 5.2
Early Childhood Learning Center Barrington 4.9 mi 5.1
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Somersworth 4.4 mi 6.9
Maple Wood Elementary School Somersworth 5.1 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03839 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,932

Median Home Value

$299,800

Median Rent

$1,361/mo

Population

4,150

College Educated

31.3%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

38.8

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Canaan Elementary School Canaan, NH 4.6
Kenneth A. Brett School Tamworth, NH 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gonic School

What grades does Gonic School serve?

Gonic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Gonic School?

Gonic School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gonic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gonic School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gonic School rank in NH?

Gonic School ranks #396 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Gonic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gonic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gonic School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gonic School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gonic School a charter school?

No, Gonic School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gonic School a Title I school?

No, Gonic School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gonic School?

47.2% of students at Gonic School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Strafford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.5%

District

Rochester School District
District Enrollment
3,855
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,389
District Rank
#5 of 10

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