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Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
gradeA+
Sports
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About
About Pinkerton Academy...
- AP Offered
- High School
- Private
- New Hampshire
Applying
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
Rolling Admissions
Application Fee
$0
Interview Required
Interview requirements for admission to the school. Please contact the school for more details.
No
Required/Recommended Tests
Tests that are either required or recommended for admission to the school. Please contact the school for more details.
TOEFL
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$17,226
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
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From Pinkerton Academy
Pinkerton Academy, located in Derry, New Hampshire, is the largest independent high school in the United States. Via contracts with area school districts, Pinkerton serves as the high school of record for the neighboring towns of Auburn, Candia, Chester, Derry, Hampstead and Hooksett, NH. The Academy also accepts a limited number of students from other local communities on an application-based, privately-tuitioned basis.
Pinkerton offers more than 320 unique course offerings, including Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. This allows us to provide career pathways within our curriculum, covering nineteen distinct careers—many of which come with nationally recognized certifications.
In addition to the strong academic program, Pinkerton is widely recognized as a leader in over 60 co-and-extra curricular activities, including NHIAA sports.
Upcoming Events
Jan27
8th Grade Electives Information Day
Pinkerton Academy, 5 Pinkerton Street, Derry, NH 03038
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Students who will be enrolling at Pinkerton Academy next year may not be aware of the many specialized programs available to them when they sign up for courses. On January 27, they are being invited to explore the areas of Junior ROTC, the Arts, World Languages, and Career and Technical Education. Students will move through these four programs during the day to hear about how each program can benefit their future goals. Students from Derry, Auburn, Candia, Chester, Hampstead, and the Hooksett school systems will be bused to Pinkerton Academy that day and will rotate through the stations below. The event will be canceled if Pinkerton Academy has a canceled or delayed opening on January 27. Homeschool/out-of-district/tuitioning students to Pinkerton Academy should contact Rosa Matos at rmatos@pinkertonacademy.org or 437-5200 x1265 to register.
Students who will be enrolling at Pinkerton Academy next year may not be aware of the many specialized programs available to them when they sign up for courses. On January 27, they are being invited to explore the areas of Junior ROTC, the Arts, World Languages, and Career and Technical Education. Students will move through these four programs during the day to hear about how each program can benefit their future goals. Students from Derry, Auburn, Candia, Chester, Hampstead, and the Hooksett school systems will be bused to Pinkerton Academy that day and will rotate through the stations below. The event will be canceled if Pinkerton Academy has a canceled or delayed opening on January 27. Homeschool/out-of-district/tuitioning students to Pinkerton Academy should contact Rosa Matos at rmatos@pinkertonacademy.org or 437-5200 x1265 to register.
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
90%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1190
905
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
27
36
responses
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More About Pinkerton Academy Academics
Electrical Technology
With over 320 courses available, students can engage in hands-on learning such as Electrical Technology. In this course, they will gain skills in all aspects of residential wiring, covering essential topics like basic electrical theory, safety practices, test equipment, blueprint reading, and local code requirements. Additionally, students have the opportunity to earn their OSHA 10 certification.
Culture & Safety
Poll
80%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.85 responses
Poll
81%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.85 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
337 responses
Prom
18%
Graduation
15%
Mackplaque
14%
Senior Banquet
12%
Senior corn roast
11%
Homecoming
8%
Arts performances, theater and Marching band
6%
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Students
Diversity
gradeB minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,995
85%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.99 responses
81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.99 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.99 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
14:1
National
17:1
Poll
69%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.131 responses
Poll
82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.131 responses
Poll
74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.131 responses
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
gradeA+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
92%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.145 responses
63%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.145 responses
76%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.145 responses
Living in the Area
Rockingham County
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Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Cost of Living
gradeC minus
Good for Families
gradeA minus
Housing
gradeC+
Median Household Income
$110,225
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,518
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$424,100
National
$281,900
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Pinkerton Academy Reviews
Rating 3.89 out of 5 835 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
During my time at Pinkerton Academy, I fulfilled the school until my junior year. Pinkerton Academy made me feel so safe and I wish I had seen that sooner. Pinkerton has amazing resources to prepare its students for college and even post-college. In addition, Pinkerton has a beautiful and diverse student life whether it comes to clubs, sports, or even just students in general. Pinkerton is a wonderful school when it comes to academics and readiness for the post-high school life. I would definitely recommend Pinkerton Academy for high school.
- Junior
- 6 days ago
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Rating 4 out of 5
The best part of my high school journey was sports, school spirit, and clubs. These activities allowed me to make friends and participate in fun events and games. The worst part is probably my administration. I have met with my advisors and councilors once at most, and they do not know me at all. For college applications I needed them to do a letter of recommendation, which upset me a little bit, because its a recommendation from someone who doesn't even know me as a person and only sees my grades.
- Senior
- 2 days ago
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Rating 4 out of 5
Pinkerton is a very large school that has a lot to offer to students who take advantage of it. Attending Pinkerton has allowed me to really explore myself, in ways such as: finding a career path, making new friends, and advancing academically. Despite its large community, as I have grown up in this school I feel as though they suffocate and hide us from the real world. The rules tend to be very strict and were shielded any bad things that could be happening. They are however doing this to protect us so there are no bad intentions behind it, it is just often annoying from a student perspective.
- Senior
- 2 months ago
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