Needs Improvement
#72 of 73 private schools in NH
Pinkerton Academy
High School
5 PINKERTON ST, Derry, NH 03038
Enrollment
3,074
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,074
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Hampshire private schools
#72 of 73
In Derry
#2 of 2
public schools
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Pinkerton Academy
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About Pinkerton Academy
Pinkerton Academy is a private high school in Derry, NH. Pinkerton Academy serves approximately 3,074 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinkerton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #72 of 73 private schools in NH.
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- NH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Pinkerton Academy is a large school: 3,074 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Pinkerton Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Pinkerton Academy compares to the 10 public schools in Derry, NH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Derry
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pinkerton Academy (this school) | 3.7 |
| Pinkerton Academy | 6.4 |
| Next Charter School | 7.2 |
| Gilbert H. Hood Middle School | 5.3 |
| Derry Early Education Program | 3.2 |
| Grinnell School | 3.8 |
| Ernest P. Barka Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Derry Village School | 7.6 |
| West Running Brook Middle School | 5.2 |
| South Range Elementary School | 8.2 |
| East Derry Memorial Elementary School | 6.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NH.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NH
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5 PINKERTON ST, Derry, NH 03038
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinkerton Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Londonderry Senior High School (rated 8.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), which scores notably higher. Another option is Next Charter School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pinkerton Academy (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Derry, see our Derry schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pinkerton Academy Derry | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SONSHINE PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE Derry | 0.2 mi | — |
| CLUBHOUSE CHILDCARE CENTER Derry | 0.4 mi | — |
| Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Derry | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Derry Early Education Program Derry | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Next Charter School Derry | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Grinnell School Derry | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Ernest P. Barka Elementary School Derry | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Derry Village School Derry | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| West Running Brook Middle School Derry | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WONDER YEARS LEARNING CENTER-DERRY Derry | 1.4 mi | — |
| MS. DARLENE'S EARLY LEARNING CENTER AND CHILD CARE Londonderry | 1.1 mi | — |
| South Range Elementary School Derry | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTHERN NH MONTESSORI ACADEMY Londonderry | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| OVER THE RAINBOW PRESCHOOL Derry | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Matthew Thornton Elementary School Londonderry | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Londonderry Senior High School Londonderry | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Londonderry Middle School Londonderry | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| WORLD OF DISCOVERY Londonderry | 3.5 mi | — |
| South Londonderry Elementary School Londonderry | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
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 Pinkerton Academy
What grades does Pinkerton Academy serve?
Pinkerton Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Pinkerton Academy?
Pinkerton Academy has an enrollment of approximately 3,074 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinkerton Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinkerton Academy is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pinkerton Academy rank in NH?
Pinkerton Academy ranks #72 of 73 private schools in NH.
What is Pinkerton Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinkerton Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pinkerton Academy a private school?
Yes, Pinkerton Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Pinkerton Academy a religious school?
No, Pinkerton Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 3,074
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 238
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Rockingham County
- Phone
- (603) 437-5200
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