Pinkerton Academy

Pinkerton Academy, located in Derry, New Hampshire, is a historic and expansive independent coeducational secondary school that serves as the designated high school for several surrounding communities. Founded in 1814, it holds the distinction of being one of the oldest academies in the United States. While it operates as a private non-profit institution, it functions as a public high school for students from Derry and a number of surrounding "sending towns," creating a unique educational environment that blends the autonomy of an academy with the diversity and scale of a large public school district.

The campus is notable for its sprawling, park-like setting and its wide array of facilities, which support a comprehensive academic and extracurricular program. Pinkerton is widely recognized for its vast curriculum, offering everything from rigorous Advanced Placement and honors courses to robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways. Beyond the classroom, the school boasts a highly competitive athletics program, a deep commitment to the arts, and an extensive list of student clubs and organizations, providing a broad range of opportunities for its diverse student body to excel in their individual areas of interest.