Best Schools in Hooksett, New Hampshire
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Hooksett by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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David R. Cawley Middle School
Middle · Hooksett School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hooksett Memorial School
Elementary · Hooksett School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$371,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$371,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +8.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Hooksett schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Hooksett
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | David R. Cawley Middle School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Hooksett Memorial School | 8.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $107,137
- Median home value
- $371,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hooksett compares
New Hampshire rank
#10 of 74
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above New Hampshire avg (6.3)
Median household income
$107k
110% of New Hampshire median
Schools in this city
3
Hooksett School District runs Hooksett's public schools
3 public schools. Hooksett School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Hooksett is a Hooksett School District school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 8.2 to 8.9 — the spread is inside Hooksett, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Hooksett, New Hampshire
Hooksett, New Hampshire is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Hooksett perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hooksett is David R. Cawley Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hooksett is served by 1 school district: Hooksett School District. These districts collectively serve 1,282 students.
Hooksett's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,137. The poverty rate in the area is 3.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 427 students · 3rd–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 419 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 422 students · 6th–8th | 8.9 |
Schools in Hooksett
Hooksett, New Hampshire · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,137
Median Home Value
$371,600
Median Rent
$1,638/mo
Population
14,923
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
Hooksett has a median household income of $107,137. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $371,600, with a median rent of $1,638/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Hampshire
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Hooksett, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
Hooksett has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hooksett is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Hooksett on MySchoolScout is David R. Cawley Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hooksett on MySchoolScout is Hooksett Memorial School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked middle school in Hooksett on MySchoolScout is David R. Cawley Middle School with a composite score of 8.9/10.
How many school districts serve Hooksett, New Hampshire?
Hooksett is served by 1 school district: Hooksett School District.
What is the education level in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Hooksett have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Hooksett is approximately $107,137 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hooksett is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hooksett, New Hampshire?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.