Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Henry Wilson Elementary 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 7% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 7% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henry Wilson Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Henry Wilson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry Wilson Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#456 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
38%
8%
Black
15%
2%
White
33%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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 Henry Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Henry Wilson Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henry Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Henry Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster School, Beech Street School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henry Wilson Elementary School?
388 students attend Henry Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Henry Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Wilson Elementary School?
Henry Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henry Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Henry Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Wilson Elementary School part of?
Henry Wilson Elementary School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Wilson Elementary School located?
Henry Wilson Elementary School is located in the Hallsville neighborhood of Manchester, NH.
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