Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waterford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waterford Elementary School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waterford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waterford Elementary School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 281 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterford Elementary School's ranking?
Waterford Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Waterford Elementary School often compared to?
Waterford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnet Elementary School, St. Johnsbury School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
How many students attend Waterford Elementary School?
156 students attend Waterford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Waterford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waterford Elementary School?
Waterford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waterford Elementary School offer ?
Waterford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterford Elementary School part of?
Waterford Elementary School is part of Caledonia Cooperative Unified School District.
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