Very Good
#142 of 480 schools in NH
Top 29% in state
Next Charter School
High School · Next Charter School
5 Hood Road, Derry, NH 03038
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Hampshire schools
#142 of 480
In Derry
#3 of 10
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Next Charter School
High School in Derry · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School
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Derry Early Education Program
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About Next Charter School
Next Charter School is a public high school in Derry, NH, part of Next Charter School. Next Charter School serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Next Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #142 of 480 schools in NH.
Structured state assessment records for Next Charter School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
What's said publicly about Next Charter School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.
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- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Next Charter School 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Next Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Next Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Next Charter School — Students at Next Charter School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from NH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.9/10.
How Next Charter School Compares
See how Next Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5 Hood Road, Derry, NH 03038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Next Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Londonderry Senior High School (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinkerton Academy (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PINKERTON ACADEMY (rated 3.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 |
| Derry Early Education Program Derry | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Manchester, NH | 6.9 |
| LEAF Charter School Alstead, NH | 7.5 |
| Spark Academy of Advanced Technologies Charter School Manchester, NH | 6.8 |
| CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua, NH | 6.6 |
| Lin-Wood Public School (High) Lincoln, NH | 6.6 |
| Lisbon Regional School (High) Lisbon, NH | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Next Charter School
What grades does Next Charter School serve?
Next Charter School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Next Charter School?
Next Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Next Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Next Charter School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Next Charter School rank in NH?
Next Charter School ranks #142 of 480 schools in NH.
What is Next Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Next Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Next Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Next Charter School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Next Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Next Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Next Charter School a Title I school?
No, Next Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Next Charter School?
24.3% of students at Next Charter 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.3%
- Phone
- (603) 437-6398
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
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