Fred C. Underhill School

2 Sherwood Dr.
Hooksett, NH 03106
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Fred C. Underhill School serves 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Fred C. Underhill School's student population of 419 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1958
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 17, 2026
School Motto
Every Child - Every Chance - Every Day

School Rankings

The diversity score of Fred C. Underhill School is 0.34, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
81%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Fred C. Underhill School?
419 students attend Fred C. Underhill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Fred C. Underhill School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred C. Underhill School?
Fred C. Underhill School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fred C. Underhill School offer ?
Fred C. Underhill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred C. Underhill School part of?
Fred C. Underhill School is part of Hooksett School District.
In what neighborhood is Fred C. Underhill School located?
Fred C. Underhill School is located in the South Hooksett neighborhood of Hooksett, NH.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 419 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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