Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barstow Memorial School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 50-54% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barstow Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Barstow Memorial School's student population of 198 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barstow Memorial School ranks within the top 30% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barstow Memorial School is 0.17, 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
#62 out of 281 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
91%
88%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barstow Memorial School's ranking?
Barstow Memorial School is ranked #62 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
How many students attend Barstow Memorial School?
198 students attend Barstow Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Barstow Memorial School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barstow Memorial School?
Barstow Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Barstow Memorial School offer ?
Barstow Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barstow Memorial School part of?
Barstow Memorial School is part of Barstow Unified School District.
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