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#221 of 480 schools in NH

Top 46% in state

Hills Garrison Elementary School

Elementary School · Hudson School District

190 Derry Rd., Hudson, NH 03051

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#221 of 480

In Hudson

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Hudson School District

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Hills Garrison Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Hudson · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hills Garrison Elementary School

Hills Garrison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hudson, NH, part of Hudson School District. Hills Garrison Elementary School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hills Garrison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #221 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Hills Garrison Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NH avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,053
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

Hills Garrison Elementary School — Students at Hills Garrison Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
59%
ELA
55%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.8/10.

How Hills Garrison Elementary School Compares

See how Hills Garrison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in NH
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

Location

190 Derry Rd., Hudson, NH 03051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hills Garrison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charlotte Ave Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Nashua), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nottingham West Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Alvirne High School Hudson 0.3 mi 5.6
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Litchfield 1.0 mi 6.7
Dr. H. O. Smith Elementary School Hudson 1.8 mi 8.2
Campbell High School Litchfield 2.3 mi 7.6
Hudson Memorial School Hudson 2.2 mi 5.3
Dr. Norman W. Crisp School Nashua 2.4 mi 2.7
Mt. Pleasant School Nashua 2.1 mi 3.2
Nashua Title I Preschool Nashua 2.2 mi 4.1
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 2.5 mi 6.6
Pennichuck Middle School Nashua 1.9 mi 5.6
Amherst Street School Nashua 2.3 mi 4.3
Franklin Street School Nashua 2.4 mi
Charlotte Ave Elementary School Nashua 2.4 mi 6.9
Gate City Charter School for the Arts Merrimack 2.3 mi 2.9
Elm Street Middle School Nashua 2.9 mi 4.5
NASHUA CHILDRENS HOME Nashua 2.5 mi
Nottingham West Elementary School Hudson 3.0 mi 6.8
Nottingham West Elementary Pre School Hudson 3.0 mi 3.1
CREATIVE YEARS CHILD DEVELOPMENT & LEARNING CTR Nashua 2.6 mi
PRESENTATION OF MARY ACADEMY Hudson 3.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,973

Median Home Value

$407,100

Median Rent

$1,615/mo

Population

25,476

College Educated

35.4%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

45.1

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Rindge Memorial School Rindge, NH 6.4
South Londonderry Elementary School Londonderry, NH 6.4
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua, NH 6.4
William E. Lancaster School Salem, NH 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hills Garrison Elementary School

What grades does Hills Garrison Elementary School serve?

Hills Garrison Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Hills Garrison Elementary School?

Hills Garrison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hills Garrison Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hills Garrison Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hills Garrison Elementary School rank in NH?

Hills Garrison Elementary School ranks #221 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Hills Garrison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hills Garrison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hills Garrison Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hills Garrison Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hills Garrison Elementary School a charter school?

No, Hills Garrison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hills Garrison Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Hills Garrison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hills Garrison Elementary School?

17.4% of students at Hills Garrison Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

Hudson School District
District Enrollment
3,025
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,053
District Rank
#3 of 6

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