Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Derry Village School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derry Village School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Derry Village School's student population of 377 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
377 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Derry Village School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derry Village School is 0.27, 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
#107 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
6%
8%

Black
1%
2%

White
85%
82%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
20%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%

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 Derry Village School's ranking?
Derry Village School is ranked #107 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Derry Village School often compared to?
Derry Village Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Derry Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Derry Village School?
377 students attend Derry Village School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Derry Village School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Derry Village School?
Derry Village School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Derry Village School offer ?
Derry Village School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Derry Village School part of?
Derry Village School is part of Derry Cooperative School District.
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