Serving 368 students in grades 2-5, Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). 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 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
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 Rankings
Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 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
#120 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
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 District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hills Garrison Elementary School's ranking?
Hills Garrison Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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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