Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School

2042 Vt Route 30
Townshend, VT 05353
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 243 students in grades 6-12, Leland & Gray Union Middle & High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50% in VT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:

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School Overview

Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School's student population of 243 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

School Rankings

Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VT)
#238 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
33%
30-34%
44%
20-24%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
70-79%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School's ranking?
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School is ranked #238 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School often compared to?
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brattleboro Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School?
243 students attend Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School?
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School offer ?
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School part of?
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School is part of West River Valley Union Education District #72b School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : 70-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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