Barnet Elementary School

163 Kid Row
Barnet, VT 05821
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barnet Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than 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 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20% in VT
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Barnet Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Barnet Elementary School's student population of 150 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Barnet Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barnet Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VT)
#49 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
45-49%
33%
55-59%
44%
30-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.15
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barnet Elementary School's ranking?
Barnet Elementary School is ranked #49 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Barnet Elementary School often compared to?
Barnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterford Elementary School, St. Johnsbury School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Barnet Elementary School?
150 students attend Barnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Barnet Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnet Elementary School?
Barnet Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barnet Elementary School offer ?
Barnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnet Elementary School part of?
Barnet Elementary School is part of Caledonia Cooperative Unified School District #78.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 150 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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