Serving 75 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Doty Memorial School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 American Indian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doty Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Doty Memorial School's student population of 75 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
75 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Doty Memorial School ranks within the top 30% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doty Memorial School is 0.06, 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
#76 out of 283 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Doty Memorial School's ranking?
Doty Memorial School is ranked #76 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Doty Memorial School often compared to?
Doty Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calais Elementary School, East Montpelier Elementary School, Rumney Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Doty Memorial School?
75 students attend Doty Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Doty Memorial School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doty Memorial School?
Doty Memorial School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Doty Memorial School offer ?
Doty Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doty Memorial School part of?
Doty Memorial School is part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
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