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Serving 3,056 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 3,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
Graduation Rate
: 84% (Btm 50% in NH)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 36% (Btm 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 66% (Top 20%)Science Proficiency
: 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:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
School Overview
Pinkerton Academy's student population of 3,056 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 228 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Magnet School
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
3,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
228 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (NH)
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
88%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.22
0.31
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School District Name
Pinkerton Academy School District
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?
3,056 students attend Pinkerton Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Pinkerton Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Pinkerton Academy vs. Londonderry Senior High School, Pinkerton Academy vs. Timberlane Regional High School
The nearest high school to Pinkerton Academy is Next Charter School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest middle school and elementary school is Gilbert H.Hood Middle School (0.5 miles away)
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Derry Early Education Program
Magnet School
Grades: PK | 121 students 0.5 miles 5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 845-1202
0.5
PK
121
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: 6-8 | 540 students 0.5 miles 5 Hood Rd.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 432-1224
0.5
6-8
540
Next Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Grades: 9-12 | 80 students 0.5 miles 5 Hood Road
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-6398
0.5
9-12
80
Grinnell School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 333 students 0.7 miles 6 Grinnell Rd.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 432-1238
0.7
K-5
333
Derry Village School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
Grades: K-5 | 405 students 0.9 miles 28 S. Main St.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 432-1233
0.9
K-5
405
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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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 3,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
Graduation Rate
: 84% (Btm 50%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%Math Proficiency
: 36% (Btm 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 66% (Top 20%)Science Proficiency
: 32% (Btm 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
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