Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dorset Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dorset Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dorset Elementary School's student population of 184 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dorset Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorset Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#42 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Dorset Elementary School's ranking?
Dorset Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Dorset Elementary School often compared to?
Dorset Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Dorset Elementary School?
184 students attend Dorset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Dorset Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorset Elementary School?
Dorset Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dorset Elementary School offer ?
Dorset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dorset Elementary School part of?
Dorset Elementary School is part of Taconic And Green Regional School District #63.
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