Serving 556 students in grades 7-12, Harwood Union Middle/high School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harwood Union Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Harwood Union Middle/high School's student population of 556 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Harwood Union Middle/high School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harwood Union Middle/high School is 0.06, 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
#110 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harwood Union Middle/high School's ranking?
Harwood Union Middle/high School is ranked #110 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Harwood Union Middle/high School often compared to?
Harwood Union Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montpelier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harwood Union Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Harwood Union Middle/high School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 82%.
How many students attend Harwood Union Middle/high School?
556 students attend Harwood Union Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harwood Union Middle/high School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harwood Union Middle/high School?
Harwood Union Middle/high School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harwood Union Middle/high School offer ?
Harwood Union Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harwood Union Middle/high School part of?
Harwood Union Middle/high School is part of Harwood Unified Union School District #60.
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