Serving 38 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Grafton 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grafton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grafton Elementary School's student population of 38 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jul 1, 2026
School Rankings
Grafton 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 Grafton Elementary School is 0.28, which is more 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
#260 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
84%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Grafton Elementary School's ranking?
Grafton Elementary School is ranked #260 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Grafton Elementary School?
38 students attend Grafton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Grafton Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton Elementary School?
Grafton Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grafton Elementary School offer ?
Grafton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grafton Elementary School part of?
Grafton Elementary School is part of Athens Grafton School District.
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