Hillsboro-deering High School

12 Hillcat Dr.
Hillsborough, NH 03244
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Hillsboro-deering High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 370 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50% in NH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hillsboro-deering High School's student population of 370 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
370 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Hillsboro-deering High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro-deering High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NH)
#271 out of 456 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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20-29%
38%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Hillsboro-deering High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
50-59%
52%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Hillsboro-deering High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
3%
7%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Hillsboro-deering High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
n/a
2%
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White
92%
83%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.15
This chart display the diversity score of Hillsboro-deering High School and the public school average diversity score of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
80-84%
86%
This chart display graduation rate of Hillsboro-deering High School and public school graduation rate of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
18%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hillsboro-deering High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hillsboro-deering High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hillsboro-deering High School's ranking?
Hillsboro-deering High School is ranked #271 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hillsboro-deering High School often compared to?
Hillsboro-deering High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Stark Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsboro-deering High School?
The graduation rate of Hillsboro-deering High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hillsboro-deering High School?
370 students attend Hillsboro-deering High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hillsboro-deering High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro-deering High School?
Hillsboro-deering High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsboro-deering High School offer ?
Hillsboro-deering High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hillsboro-deering High School part of?
Hillsboro-deering High School is part of Hillsboro Deering Coop School District.

School Reviews

4   1/11/2021
As a student of this school, I believe that the quality of education is amazing. There are so many amazing teachers who put effort into their lessons. The school also offers numerous extracurriculars including DECA, student council, and SADD. The thing I like most about HDHS is the personal connections you are able to establish with the teachers and staff. You will always be able to find a trustworthy adult to talk to. I truly am so happy I was able to attend HDHS and hope to come back and visit soon. Reading reviews of angry parents and kids will never be able to truly tell all that this school has to offer.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - student14
5   7/16/2020
I am a current student at this school and I wouldn't want to go anywhere else. The staff is absolutely amazing and care about you, especially the principal. He has turned this school around and made it absolutely amazing. I love the teachers and the rest of the staff. Our school is our little community and we all come together when it's needed. Our school environment is both fun and friendly, and I would definitely recommend this school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - anonymous
2   9/18/2014
This school is an absolute mess, as a past student who has dealt with the staff and peers alike this school is not worth sending your child to. The staff does not care about your children and their safety. I am friends with a few students who are bullied on a daily basis, they have received physical threats from the student and the staff does absolutely nothing about it. If i was a parent that has thoughts of sending their children to this school, i would highly rethink it. home school your children parents.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - prory

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 370 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : 80-84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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