Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street's student population of 413 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Empowering All Learners!
School Rankings
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street 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 Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street is 0.42, 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
#176 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
75%
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
18%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street's ranking?
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street is ranked #176 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street often compared to?
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Streetis often viewed alongside schools like Marshwood Great Works School, Woodman Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street?
413 students attend Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street?
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street offer ?
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street part of?
Frances G. Hopkins Elementary School At Horne Street is part of Dover School District.
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