Serving 66 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Halifax West 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Halifax West School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of West Halifax, VT, covering an area of approximately 39.8 square miles. Families typically drive about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Halifax West School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Halifax West School's student population of 66 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Halifax West 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 Halifax West School is 0.15, 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
#48 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
White
92%
87%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Halifax West School's ranking?
Halifax West School is ranked #48 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Halifax West School?
66 students attend Halifax West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Halifax West School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Halifax West School?
Halifax West School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Halifax West School offer ?
Halifax West School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Halifax West School part of?
Halifax West School is part of Halifax School District.
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