Derry Cooperative School District

District Overview
Headquartered at 18 South Main Street in Derry, New Hampshire, the Derry Cooperative School District serves as an active, independent public school system nestled in a midsize suburban setting within the greater Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan area. The district operates seven primary and middle school facilities, delivering foundational education across a complete pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade continuum. Currently educating 3,015 students, the district fosters an engaging academic environment characterized by balanced grade-level cohorts, ranging from early childhood programs to comprehensive middle school preparation.

A defining feature of the Derry Cooperative School District is its extensive staffing framework, designed to provide individual attention and well-rounded operational and academic support. The district employs a total workforce of over 1,112 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, which includes approximately 483 classroom teachers, 115 instructional aides, and nearly 515 dedicated support staff. This strong educator-and-support ratio ensures that students benefit from direct guidance and well-resourced learning environments across all seven campuses, reinforcing the district's commitment to academic development and community wellbeing.
7
Total Schools
3,015
Total Students
482.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Derry Cooperative School District
Demographic Student Count
White2,487
Hispanic231
Black33
Asian41
Two or More214
American Indian7
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    2,487 (82.5%)
  • Hispanic
    231 (7.7%)
  • Two or More
    214 (7.1%)
  • Asian
    41 (1.4%)
  • Black
    33 (1.1%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Derry Cooperative School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary4
Middle2
High0
Other3
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:7
Students:3,015*
Teachers (FTE):482.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.2