Needs Improvement
#458 of 480 schools in NH
Derry Early Education Program
School · Derry Cooperative School District
5 Hood Road, Derry, NH 03038
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Derry. Learn more
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
32.8:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#458 of 480
In Derry
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Derry Cooperative School District
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Derry Early Education Program
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About Derry Early Education Program
Derry Early Education Program is a public school in Derry, NH, part of Derry Cooperative School District. Derry Early Education Program serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 32.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Derry Early Education Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #458 of 480 schools in NH.
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- NH avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Derry Early Education Program is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Derry Early Education Program runs 32.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Derry Early Education Program Compares
See how Derry Early Education Program performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5 Hood Road, Derry, NH 03038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Derry Early Education Program may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), which scores notably higher. Another option is Londonderry Senior High School (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Range Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Derry, see our Derry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Derry | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Next Charter School Derry | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Grinnell School Derry | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| CLUBHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER Derry | 0.2 mi | — |
| Pinkerton Academy Derry | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| PINKERTON ACADEMY Derry | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-DERRY Derry | 0.8 mi | — |
| SONSHINE PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Derry | 0.8 mi | — |
| Derry Village School Derry | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| West Running Brook Middle School Derry | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Ernest P. Barka Elementary School Derry | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| South Range Elementary School Derry | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MS. DARLENE'S EARLY LEARNING CENTER AND CHILD CARE Londonderry | 1.3 mi | — |
| SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY Londonderry | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| OVER THE RAINBOW PRESCHOOL Derry | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Matthew Thornton Elementary School Londonderry | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| South Londonderry Elementary School Londonderry | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Londonderry Senior High School Londonderry | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Londonderry Middle School Londonderry | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Moose Hill School Londonderry | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 03038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,306
Median Home Value
$381,700
Median Rent
$1,473/mo
Population
34,622
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
39.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Derry Early Education Program
What grades does Derry Early Education Program serve?
Derry Early Education Program serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Derry Early Education Program?
Derry Early Education Program has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Derry Early Education Program?
The student-teacher ratio at Derry Early Education Program is 32.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Derry Early Education Program rank in NH?
Derry Early Education Program ranks #458 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Derry Early Education Program's MySchoolScout rating?
Derry Early Education Program has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Derry Early Education Program a charter school?
No, Derry Early Education Program is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Derry Early Education Program a Title I school?
No, Derry Early Education Program is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Derry Early Education Program?
10.7% of students at Derry Early Education Program qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 131
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 32.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 845-1202
Resources & Links
District
Derry Cooperative School District- District Enrollment
- 3,093
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,091
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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