For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,124 students in Derry, NH.
The top ranked public high schools in Derry, NH are Pinkerton Academy and Next Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derry, NH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 61% statewide average). High schools in Derry have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New Hampshire public high schools.
Derry, NH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the New Hampshire average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pinkerton Academy, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Hampshire or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public high school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Derry, NH (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pinkerton Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5 Pinkerton St.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-5200
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-5200
Grades: 9-13
| 3,050 students
Rank: #22.
Next Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-6398
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-6398
Grades: 9-12
| 74 students
Derry, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
37 Highland Ave
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-3594
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-3594
Grades: 1-3
| 95 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Derry, NH?
The top ranked public high schools in Derry, NH include Pinkerton Academy and Next Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in Derry?
2 public high schools are located in Derry.
What is the racial composition of students in Derry?
Derry public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public high schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Derry are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Derry include: Next Charter School vs. Pinkerton Academy
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