Barnard Academy

5979 Route 12
Barnard, VT 05031
10/
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Top 5%
Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barnard Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 57 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 5% in VT
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barnard Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Barnard Academy's student population of 57 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

School Rankings

Barnard Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnard Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VT)
#5 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
60-69%
40%
60-79%
44%
(20-21)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
4%
0.08
(22-23)
19.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barnard Academy's ranking?
Barnard Academy is ranked #5 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Barnard Academy often compared to?
Barnard Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Woodstock Elementary School, Marion W. Cross School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Barnard Academy?
57 students attend Barnard Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barnard Academy students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnard Academy?
Barnard Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barnard Academy offer ?
Barnard Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnard Academy part of?

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 57 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 60-69% (Top 5%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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