Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Highland-goffes Falls School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland-goffes Falls School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland-goffes Falls School's student population of 337 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Highland-goffes Falls School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland-goffes Falls School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
8%
Black
8%
2%
White
57%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland-goffes Falls School's ranking?
Highland-goffes Falls School is ranked #277 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Highland-goffes Falls School often compared to?
Highland-goffes Falls Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jewett School, Henry Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Highland-goffes Falls School?
337 students attend Highland-goffes Falls School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Highland-goffes Falls School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland-goffes Falls School?
Highland-goffes Falls School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highland-goffes Falls School offer ?
Highland-goffes Falls School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland-goffes Falls School part of?
Highland-goffes Falls School is part of Manchester School District.
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