Serving 64 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Halifax West School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 54%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Math Proficiency: 60-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halifax West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Halifax West School's student population of 64 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Halifax West School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)60-69%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)70-79%
54%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% VT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% VT state average).
How many students attend Halifax West School?
64 students attend Halifax West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Halifax West School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halifax West School?
Halifax West School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Halifax West School offer ?
Halifax West School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Halifax West School part of?
Halifax West School is part of Halifax School District.
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