Serving 368 students in grades 2-5, Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hills Garrison Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Gary The Gorilla
School Rankings
Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hills Garrison Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#153 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
77%
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
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gary The Gorilla
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hills Garrison Elementary School's ranking?
Hills Garrison Elementary School is ranked #153 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hills Garrison Elementary School often compared to?
Hills Garrison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottingham West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hills Garrison Elementary School?
368 students attend Hills Garrison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Hills Garrison Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hills Garrison Elementary School?
Hills Garrison Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hills Garrison Elementary School offer ?
Hills Garrison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hills Garrison Elementary School part of?
Hills Garrison Elementary School is part of Hudson School District.
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