Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brownington Central 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brownington Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brownington Central School's student population of 111 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
111 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brownington Central 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 Brownington Central School is 0.10, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownington Central School's ranking?
Brownington Central School is ranked #141 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Brownington Central School?
111 students attend Brownington Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Brownington Central School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownington Central School?
Brownington Central School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownington Central School offer ?
Brownington Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownington Central School part of?
Brownington Central School is part of Lake Region Union Elementary Middle School District.
School Reviews
5 8/16/2024
I have been a teacher at this school for 25 years. I am now going into my second year as the principal. Brownington Central School is a small, wonderful, friendly, engaging and a supportive environment for grades K-8. The BCS staff are all highly qualified and have many years of experience all together. We all feel like a family in our little perfect community in Orleans County! Come check us out and really experience our caring environment. We''re BCS we can''t be stopped....We''re the mighty bears and We''ll take it to the top! BCS ROCKS!!!!
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