Serving 338 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Grinnell School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grinnell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Grinnell School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grinnell School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grinnell School is 0.35, which is more 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
#389 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
80%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grinnell School's ranking?
Grinnell School is ranked #389 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Grinnell School often compared to?
Grinnell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Range Elementary School, Epping Elementary School, South Londonderry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Grinnell School?
338 students attend Grinnell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Grinnell School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grinnell School?
Grinnell School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grinnell School offer ?
Grinnell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grinnell School part of?
Grinnell School is part of Derry Cooperative School District.
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