Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Deerfield Community 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 42% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Deerfield Community School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Deerfield Community 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 Deerfield Community School is 0.10, 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
#217 out of 456 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
2%
White
95%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
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 Deerfield Community School's ranking?
Deerfield Community School is ranked #217 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% 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 Deerfield Community School?
522 students attend Deerfield Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Deerfield Community School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Deerfield Community School?
Deerfield Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deerfield Community School offer ?
Deerfield Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Deerfield Community School part of?
Deerfield Community School is part of Deerfield School District.
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