Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hinsdale 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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 13% 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: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hinsdale Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Hinsdale 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 Hinsdale Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#398 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hinsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Hinsdale Elementary School is ranked #398 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hinsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Hinsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cutler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hinsdale Elementary School?
242 students attend Hinsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hinsdale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale Elementary School?
Hinsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hinsdale Elementary School offer ?
Hinsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinsdale Elementary School part of?
Hinsdale Elementary School is part of Hinsdale School District.
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