Serving 289 students in grades 4-6, Hollis Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollis Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hollis Upper Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hollis Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollis Upper Elementary School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#31 out of 457 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
82%
83%
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
3%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollis Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hollis Upper Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Hollis Upper Elementary School?
289 students attend Hollis Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hollis Upper Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollis Upper Elementary School?
Hollis Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hollis Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hollis Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Hollis Upper Elementary School part of?
Hollis Upper Elementary School is part of Hollis School District.
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