Poultney High School

154 East Main Street
Poultney, VT 05764
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 228 students in grades 7-12, Poultney High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont 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 Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Poultney High School's student population of 228 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Poultney High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poultney High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (VT)
#185 out of 281 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
33%
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
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Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
3%
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White
96%
88%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.08
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70-79%
83%
This chart display graduation rate of Poultney High School and public school graduation rate of Vermont by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
28%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poultney High School's ranking?
Poultney High School is ranked #185 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Poultney High School often compared to?
Poultney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Anthony Senior Uhsd #14, West Rutland School, Proctor Junior/senior High 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 33% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poultney High School?
The graduation rate of Poultney High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Poultney High School?
228 students attend Poultney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Poultney High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poultney High School?
Poultney High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Poultney High School offer ?
Poultney High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Poultney High School part of?
Poultney High School is part of Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70.

School Reviews

2   5/21/2015
It is extremely difficult to get information concerning my son's grades etc. total lack of communication from the school as a whole about class events and dates including when senior pictures are due, graduation date, and my son's specific curriculum. He needs an IEP, but don't have one. The school website never is available when I try to access it and when it does come up, it tells me the password/ user name is not correct when I attempt to check his grades online. When I ask for the correct access information I am given the same information even though it is wrong. Of course if I call the person I need to speak to is not available so I have to leave a voicemail and they don't call back.
- Posted by Parent - donna

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 228 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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