Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, Hillside 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 16% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hillside Middle School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Hillside Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Middle School is 0.68, 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
#440 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
8%
Black
11%
2%
White
47%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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 Hillside Middle School's ranking?
Hillside Middle School is ranked #440 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Hillside Middle School often compared to?
Hillside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School At Parkside, Henry J. Mclaughlin Jr. Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hillside Middle School?
772 students attend Hillside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Hillside Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Middle School?
Hillside Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hillside Middle School offer ?
Hillside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillside Middle School part of?
Hillside Middle School is part of Manchester School District.
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