Main Street Middle School

170 Main Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 335 students in grades 5-8, Main Street Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 20% in VT
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Main Street Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:

School Overview

Main Street Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers

School Rankings

Main Street Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Main Street Middle School is 0.24, 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.
This School
State Level (VT)
#38 out of 283 schools
(Top 20%)
46%
33%
65%
44%
45-49%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Main Street Middle School's ranking?
Main Street Middle School is ranked #38 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Main Street Middle School often compared to?
Main Street Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Elementary School, Barre Town Elementary & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Main Street Middle School?
335 students attend Main Street Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Main Street Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Main Street Middle School?
Main Street Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Main Street Middle School offer ?
Main Street Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Main Street Middle School part of?
Main Street Middle School is part of Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 335 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education

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