Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henniker Community 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 39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henniker Community School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 44.8 square miles in Henniker, NH. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henniker Community School's student population of 402 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henniker Community 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 Henniker Community School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henniker Community School's ranking?
Henniker Community School is ranked #259 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henniker Community School often compared to?
Henniker Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Woods School, Maple Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henniker Community School?
402 students attend Henniker Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Henniker Community School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henniker Community School?
Henniker Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henniker Community School offer ?
Henniker Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henniker Community School part of?
Henniker Community School is part of Henniker School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The school has for years been very community-based, staffers are always helpful and considerate of both child and family needs and go to extensive lengths to give their best efforts towards child requirements and needs. Extended programs for arts, music, and sports have been maintained well by staff through pandemic encounters.
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