Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Derby Elementary 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 30% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Derby Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Derby Line, VT, covering approximately 57.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Derby Elementary School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Derby 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 Derby Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#239 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Derby Elementary School's ranking?
Derby Elementary School is ranked #239 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Derby Elementary School?
485 students attend Derby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Derby Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derby Elementary School?
Derby Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Derby Elementary School offer ?
Derby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Derby Elementary School part of?
Derby Elementary School is part of Derby School District.
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