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#54 of 480 schools in NH

Top 11% in state

Derry Village School

Elementary School · Derry Cooperative School District

28 S. Main St., Derry, NH 03038

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Derry

#2 of 10

public schools

New Hampshire elementary schools

#40 of 280

In district

#1 of 8

Derry Cooperative School District

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Derry Village School

Derry Village School is a public elementary school in Derry, NH, part of the Derry Cooperative School District. The school serves approximately 377 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 89th percentile among NH schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 57% proficiency in math and 55% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $104,306, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57%
Reading/ELA Proficiency57%
Overall Proficiency57%
Expected (poverty-adj.)48%
vs. Expected+8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,781

Derry Village School — Students at Derry Village School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
57%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Derry Village School Compares

See how Derry Village School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
89th percentile in NH
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
8.6/10
Above average
Environment
7.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Location

28 S. Main St., Derry, NH 03038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Derry Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), with a very similar rating. Another option is South Range Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Matthew Thornton Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), a more accessible option. For more schools in Derry, see our Derry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
West Running Brook Middle School Derry 0.1 mi 5.8
MS. DARLENE'S EARLY LEARNING CENTER AND CHILD CARE Londonderry 0.8 mi
South Range Elementary School Derry 1.0 mi 7.0
Pinkerton Academy Derry 0.9 mi 6.2
PINKERTON ACADEMY Derry 1.0 mi 3.7
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Derry 0.9 mi 6.9
Derry Early Education Program Derry 0.9 mi 5.5
Next Charter School Derry 0.9 mi 8.6
CLUBHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER Derry 1.0 mi
Grinnell School Derry 0.9 mi 6.0
WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-DERRY Derry 1.1 mi
SONSHINE PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Derry 1.2 mi
Ernest P. Barka Elementary School Derry 1.9 mi 4.6
OVER THE RAINBOW PRESCHOOL Derry 2.7 mi 4.1
SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY Londonderry 2.7 mi 8.3
East Derry Memorial Elementary School Derry 2.9 mi 6.6
South Londonderry Elementary School Londonderry 4.1 mi 6.2
Matthew Thornton Elementary School Londonderry 3.8 mi 6.8
Londonderry Senior High School Londonderry 3.9 mi 6.8
Londonderry Middle School Londonderry 3.9 mi 6.6

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Derry Village School has a median household income of $104,306. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $381,700, with a median rent of $1,473/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hillsboro-Deering Elementary School Hillsborough, NH 8.4
Mast Way School Lee, NH 8.4
Henry W. Moore School Candia, NH 8.5
Swasey Central School Brentwood, NH 8.3
Symonds Elementary School Keene, NH 8.5
Hooksett Memorial School Hooksett, NH 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Derry Village School

What grades does Derry Village School serve?

Derry Village School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Derry Village School?

Derry Village School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Derry Village School?

The student-teacher ratio at Derry Village School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Derry Village School rank in NH?

Derry Village School is ranked #54 out of 480 schools in NH.

What is Derry Village School's MySchoolScout rating?

Derry Village School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Derry Village School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Derry Village School has 56.7% math proficiency and 55.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Derry Village School a charter school?

No, Derry Village School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Derry Village School a Title I school?

No, Derry Village School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Derry Village School?

23.6% of students at Derry Village School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (836/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Derry). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Rockingham County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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