Serving 398 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 12:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henniker Community School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
93%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
398 students attend Henniker Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Henniker Community School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henniker Community School?
Henniker Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than 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 10/4/2022
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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