Serving 374 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Derry Memorial Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Derry Memorial Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Derry Memorial Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Derry Memorial Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#216 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
84%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Derry Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
East Derry Memorial Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are East Derry Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
East Derry Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derry Village School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend East Derry Memorial Elementary School?
374 students attend East Derry Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of East Derry Memorial Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Derry Memorial Elementary School?
East Derry Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Derry Memorial Elementary School offer ?
East Derry Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is East Derry Memorial Elementary School part of?
East Derry Memorial Elementary School is part of Derry School District.
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