Serving 335 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 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- 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%)
- 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 335 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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 0.08, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 280 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
3%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
335 students attend Marion W. Cross School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marion W. Cross School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion W. Cross School?
Marion W. Cross School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to 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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