Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, Bellows Falls Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bellows Falls UHSD #27's attendance zone covers the entire district of Westminster, VT, encompassing approximately 139.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the zone edge and the furthest edge located 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bellows Falls Union High School's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
School Rankings
Bellows Falls Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellows Falls Union High School is 0.21, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
89%
87%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellows Falls Union High School's ranking?
Bellows Falls Union High School is ranked #213 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellows Falls Union High School?
The graduation rate of Bellows Falls Union High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 82%.
How many students attend Bellows Falls Union High School?
303 students attend Bellows Falls Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bellows Falls Union High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellows Falls Union High School?
Bellows Falls Union High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bellows Falls Union High School offer ?
Bellows Falls Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellows Falls Union High School part of?
Bellows Falls Union High School is part of Bellows Falls Union High School District #27.
In what neighborhood is Bellows Falls Union High School located?
Bellows Falls Union High School is located in the Bellows Falls neighborhood of Westminster, VT.
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