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Below Average

#367 of 480 schools in NH

Great Brook School

Middle School · Contoocook Valley School District

16 School St., Antrim, NH 03440

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

4.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#367 of 480

In Antrim

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#8 of 11

Contoocook Valley School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Great Brook School

4.8/10

Middle School in Antrim · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Antrim Elementary School

4.5/10

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3.4/10

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About Great Brook School

Great Brook School is a public middle school in Antrim, NH, part of Contoocook Valley School District. Great Brook School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Great Brook School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • NH avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Great Brook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Great Brook School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,168
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Great Brook School — Students at Great Brook School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.0% (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
70%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
66%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
38%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Great Brook School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
24th percentile in NH
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Location

16 School St., Antrim, NH 03440

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Brook School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Meadow School (rated 4.6/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Peterborough), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hillsboro-Deering Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Antrim, see our Antrim schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Antrim Elementary School Antrim 0.1 mi 4.5
Pierce Elementary School Bennington 2.1 mi 3.4
HAWTHORNE ACADEMY Antrim 4.2 mi
Hancock Elementary School Hancock 4.1 mi 6.9
LEGACY BY GERSH AT CROTCHED MOUNTAIN Greenfield 5.3 mi 6.8
HILLSBORO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hillsborough 6.2 mi 6.3
Hillsboro-Deering High School Hillsborough 6.4 mi 6.6
STONE BRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hillsborough 6.3 mi
Hillsboro-Deering Middle School Hillsborough 6.4 mi 4.5
Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School Hillsborough 6.5 mi 5.7
Greenfield Elementary School Greenfield 6.3 mi 5.8
THE HOME FOR LITTLE WANDERERS Windsor 6.6 mi 7.7
WEDIKO SCHOOL AT THE HOME FOR LITTLE WANDERERS Windsor 6.6 mi 7.8
THE WELL SCHOOL Peterborough 7.5 mi 6.3
Conval Regional High School Peterborough 8.2 mi 8.2
South Meadow School Peterborough 8.5 mi 4.6
Francestown Elementary School Francestown 7.8 mi 8.6
Peterborough Elementary School Peterborough 10.3 mi 8.2
MOUNTAIN SHADOWS SCHOOL Dublin 10.8 mi 6.2
Dublin Consolidated School Dublin 10.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03440 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,094

Median Home Value

$271,400

Median Rent

$1,057/mo

Population

2,622

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

80.7%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

46.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hillsboro-Deering Middle School Hillsborough, NH 4.5
Inter-Lakes Middle School Meredith, NH 4.5
Indian River School Canaan, NH 5.3
A. Crosby Kennett Middle School Conway, NH 4.2
Boynton Middle School New Ipswich, NH 4.2
Henry Wilson Memorial School Farmington, NH 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Brook School

What grades does Great Brook School serve?

Great Brook School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Great Brook School?

Great Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Brook School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Brook School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Brook School rank in NH?

Great Brook School ranks #367 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Great Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Great Brook School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Brook School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Great Brook School a charter school?

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

Is Great Brook School a Title I school?

No, Great Brook School is not currently a Title I school.

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

19.4% of students at Great Brook 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

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