Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Henniker Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henniker Community School's student population of 400 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Henniker Community School 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 Henniker Community School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
93%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henniker Community School's ranking?
Henniker Community School is ranked #222 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Henniker Community School often compared to?
Henniker Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Woods School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Henniker Community School?
400 students attend Henniker Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Henniker Community School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henniker Community School?
Henniker Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henniker Community School offer ?
Henniker Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Henniker Community School part of?
Henniker Community School is part of Henniker School District.
School Reviews
5 10/4/2022
The school has for years been very community-based, staffers are always helpful and considerate of both child and family needs and go to extensive lengths to give their best efforts towards child requirements and needs. Extended programs for arts, music, and sports have been maintained well by staff through pandemic encounters.
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