Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Castleton 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 higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Castleton Elementary School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Castleton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Castleton Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#158 out of 281 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
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
18%
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 Castleton Elementary School's ranking?
Castleton Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 281 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 33% VT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
How many students attend Castleton Elementary School?
214 students attend Castleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Castleton Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Castleton Elementary School?
Castleton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Castleton Elementary School offer ?
Castleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Castleton Elementary School part of?
Castleton Elementary School is part of Slate Valley Unified Union School District #62.
In what neighborhood is Castleton Elementary School located?
Castleton Elementary School is located in the Bomoseen neighborhood of Castleton, VT.
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