Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marion W. Cross School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion W. Cross School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Norwich, VT, encompassing approximately 44.8 square miles. This area typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion W. Cross School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion W. Cross School's student population of 345 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence
School Rankings
Marion W. Cross School ranks within the top 1% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion W. Cross School is 0.24, 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
#1 out of 280 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion W. Cross School's ranking?
Marion W. Cross School is ranked #1 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Marion W. Cross School often compared to?
Marion W. Cross Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernice A. Ray School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Marion W. Cross School?
345 students attend Marion W. Cross School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marion W. Cross School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion W. Cross School?
Marion W. Cross School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marion W. Cross School offer ?
Marion W. Cross School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion W. Cross School part of?
Marion W. Cross School is part of Norwich School District.
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