Serving 505 students in grades 3-5, Malletts Bay 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 57% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malletts Bay School's attendance zone covers the entire Colchester, VT school district, encompassing approximately 58.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malletts Bay School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Malletts Bay School's student population of 505 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malletts Bay 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 Malletts Bay School is 0.38, which is more 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
#39 out of 280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malletts Bay School's ranking?
Malletts Bay School is ranked #39 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Malletts Bay School?
505 students attend Malletts Bay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Malletts Bay School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malletts Bay School?
Malletts Bay School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Malletts Bay School offer ?
Malletts Bay School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malletts Bay School part of?
Malletts Bay School is part of Colchester School District.
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