For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,056 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 35% (versus the New Hampshire public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 62% 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 87%, which is less than the New Hampshire average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pinkerton Academy, with 88% 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 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Derry, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinkerton Academy
(Math: 35% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5 Pinkerton St.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-5200
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-5200
Gr: 9-13 | 2,977 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Next Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-6398
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-6398
Gr: 9-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Derry, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
37 Highland Ave
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-3594
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-3594
Gr: 1-3 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 18% (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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