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Best Derry Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,037 students in Derry, NH.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Derry, NH are Gilbert H. Hood Middle School and West Running Brook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Derry, NH public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the New Hampshire public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in Derry have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public middle school average of 15% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Derry, NH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Gilbert H. Hood Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
5 Hood Rd.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 432-1224
Gr: 6-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Running Brook Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1 W. Running Brook Ln.
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 432-1250
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Derry, New Hampshire

Derry, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Charles M Floyd Elementary School (Closed 2006)
37 Highland Ave
Derry, NH 03038
(603) 437-3594
Gr: 1-3 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Derry, NH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Derry, NH include Gilbert H. Hood Middle School and West Running Brook Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Derry?
2 public middle schools are located in Derry.
What is the racial composition of students in Derry?
Derry public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Hampshire public middle schools average of 15% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Derry are often viewed compared to one another?

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