Serving 202 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, East Montpelier Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than 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 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Montpelier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Montpelier Elementary School's student population of 202 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
East Montpelier Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Montpelier Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#25 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
88%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Montpelier Elementary School's ranking?
East Montpelier Elementary School is ranked #25 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are East Montpelier Elementary School often compared to?
East Montpelier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calais Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 East Montpelier Elementary School?
202 students attend East Montpelier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of East Montpelier Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Montpelier Elementary School?
East Montpelier Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Montpelier Elementary School offer ?
East Montpelier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Montpelier Elementary School part of?
East Montpelier Elementary School is part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
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