Fred C. Underhill School serves 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Attendance Zone: Fred C. Underhill School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hooksett school district, covering an area of approximately 37.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred C. Underhill School's student population of 418 students has grown by 10% 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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Every Child - Every Chance - Every Day
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fred C. Underhill School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
80%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Fred C. Underhill School?
418 students attend Fred C. Underhill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Fred C. Underhill School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred C. Underhill School?
Fred C. Underhill School has a student ration of 13:1, 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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