Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School serves 390 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 78%).
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Math Proficiency: 67%
- Reading Proficiency: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
33 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 22, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)67%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)73%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
78%
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
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% NH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% NH state average).
How many students attend Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School?
390 students attend Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School offer ?
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School part of?
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School is part of Hudson School District.
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