Grinnell School vs Pinkerton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Hampshire, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grinnell School
Derry · Public elementary · Grades K–4
338 students
Pinkerton Academy
Derry · Public high · Grades 9–13
2,990 students
| Measure | Grinnell School Derry, New Hampshire | Pinkerton Academy Derry, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #219 of 254 | #41 of 89 |
| National rank | #25565 of 50,301 | #3855 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 9–13 |
| Students | 338 | 2,990 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 2,990 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32% | 11.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 41% |
| city | Derry | Derry |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinkerton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.9 vs 49.4).
- •Pinkerton Academy does better on math proficiency (41% vs 38%).
- •Pinkerton Academy does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 32%).
- •Pinkerton Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.3% vs 32%).
- •Grinnell School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.9).
- •Pinkerton Academy is the larger school with 2,990 students compared with 338.
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 Grinnell School better than Pinkerton Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Pinkerton Academy ranks higher (67.9 vs 49.4 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 Grinnell School and Pinkerton Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Derry and Derry in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grinnell School: 338. Pinkerton Academy: 2,990. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grinnell School and Pinkerton Academy rank in New Hampshire?
Grinnell School is 219th of 254 and Pinkerton Academy is 41st of 89 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).