Pinkerton Academy

5 Pinkerton St.
Derry, NH 03038
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 3,101 students in grades 9-13, Pinkerton Academy ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 3,101 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 84% (Btm 50% in NH)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pinkerton Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Pinkerton Academy's student population of 3,101 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 237 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
3,101 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
237 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Pinkerton Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pinkerton Academy is 0.21, 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.
This School
State Level (NH)
#168 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Pinkerton Academy, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
36%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
66%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
32%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
5%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
1%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of Black public school students in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
White
89%
83%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Pinkerton Academy.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in New Hampshire.
0.21
This chart displays the diversity score of Pinkerton Academy and the public school average diversity score of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
84%
88%
This chart displays graduation rate of Pinkerton Academy and public school graduation rate of New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pinkerton Academy and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in New Hampshire by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinkerton Academy's ranking?
Pinkerton Academy is ranked #168 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Pinkerton Academy often compared to?
Pinkerton Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Londonderry Senior High School, Timberlane Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinkerton Academy?
The graduation rate of Pinkerton Academy is 84%, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Pinkerton Academy?
3,101 students attend Pinkerton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Pinkerton Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Pinkerton Academy?
Pinkerton Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pinkerton Academy offer ?
Pinkerton Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Pinkerton Academy part of?
Pinkerton Academy is part of Pinkerton Academy School District.

School Reviews

1   9/29/2021
This school is too tough on students and expects above and beyond. College is easier than that school and that's a known fact that all students would be willing to share.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - None
1   2/12/2021
School is too large, students are numbers and bullying is overlooked and not interfered with. Our student transferred to a smaller school and is so much happier.
- Posted by Parent - Sandi
5   8/24/2009
Fantastic opportunities and choices for classes, sports and clubs. Campus is stunning.
- Posted by Parent - zzz97

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-13
  • Enrollment: 3,101 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : 84% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education

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