Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hillsboro-deering Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro-deering Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#248 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
90%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsboro-deering Elementary School's ranking?
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro-deering Elementary School?
418 students attend Hillsboro-deering Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hillsboro-deering Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillsboro-deering Elementary School?
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillsboro-deering Elementary School offer ?
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro-deering Elementary School part of?
Hillsboro-deering Elementary School is part of Hillsboro-Deering Cooperative School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Very poor educational system. The elementary, middle, and high school teacher do not like to see success in their students. Also, they try to do anything to mess with the child's family life. Terrible schools. Not suggested.
5 10/10/2025
i am a grandparent and i care for my grandchildren in this year all will be in school full time and i am looking to do volunteer work of any kind and wanted to inquire if the school had a need for volunteers for whatever is needed
5 10/10/2025
awesome school
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