Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Hillsboro-deering Middle 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 12% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsboro-deering Middle School's student population of 220 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Hillsboro-deering Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsboro-deering Middle School is 0.10, which is less 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
#444 out of 457 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Hillsboro-deering Middle School's ranking?
Hillsboro-deering Middle School is ranked #444 out of 457 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hillsboro-deering Middle School?
220 students attend Hillsboro-deering Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Hillsboro-deering Middle School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsboro-deering Middle School?
Hillsboro-deering Middle 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 Middle School offer ?
Hillsboro-deering Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsboro-deering Middle School part of?
Hillsboro-deering Middle School is part of Hillsboro-Deering Cooperative School District.
School Reviews
5 6/11/2021
This school is wonderful with amazing activities and one-of-a-kind teachers who know the proper definition of entertainment! I go here as well!
5 1/29/2020
Good School, very nice. Grades 6-8. I go to this school so it's very nice.
5 3/23/2019
Awesome school. kid friendly environment. i go here. quite a few smart kids.
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