Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Deerfield Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Deerfield Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Deerfield Community School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Deerfield Community School ranks within the top 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Deerfield Community School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 455 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
95%
82%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deerfield Community School's ranking?
Deerfield Community School is ranked #174 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Deerfield Community School?
506 students attend Deerfield Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Deerfield Community School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Deerfield Community School?
Deerfield Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Deerfield Community School offer ?
Deerfield Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Deerfield Community School part of?
Deerfield Community School is part of Deerfield School District.
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