Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dummerston Schools 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dummerston Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dummerston Schools's student population of 171 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Dummerston Schools ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dummerston Schools is 0.17, 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
#75 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
91%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dummerston Schools's ranking?
Dummerston Schools is ranked #75 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Dummerston Schools often compared to?
Dummerston Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Putney Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Dummerston Schools?
171 students attend Dummerston Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dummerston Schools students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dummerston Schools?
Dummerston Schools has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dummerston Schools offer ?
Dummerston Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dummerston Schools part of?
Dummerston Schools is part of Windham Southeast Unified Union School District #96.
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