Serving 127 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brighton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brighton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Island Pond, VT, encompassing approximately 53.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge located 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brighton Elementary School's student population of 127 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
127 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“creating a welcoming learning environment”
School Rankings
Brighton Elementary 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 Brighton Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#165 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton Elementary School's ranking?
Brighton Elementary School is ranked #165 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Brighton Elementary School?
127 students attend Brighton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Brighton Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brighton Elementary School?
Brighton Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brighton Elementary School offer ?
Brighton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brighton Elementary School part of?
Brighton Elementary School is part of Brighton School District.
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