Chester Academy vs Deerfield Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chester Academy
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
508 students
Deerfield Community School
Deerfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
506 students
| Measure | Chester Academy Chester, New Hampshire | Deerfield Community School Deerfield, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #161 of 254 | #132 of 254 |
| National rank | #14318 of 50,301 | #10181 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 508 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.1% | 11.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.5 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Chester | Deerfield |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deerfield Community School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 65.7).
- •Deerfield Community School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Deerfield Community School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 49%).
- •Chester Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.1% vs 11.3%).
- •Chester Academy is the larger school with 508 students compared with 506.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chester Academy better than Deerfield Community School?
On the Success Index (US), Deerfield Community School ranks higher (71.6 vs 65.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Chester Academy and Deerfield Community School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Chester and Deerfield in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Academy: 508. Deerfield Community School: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Academy and Deerfield Community School rank in New Hampshire?
Chester Academy is 161st of 254 and Deerfield Community School is 132nd of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).