Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Molly Stark 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Molly Stark School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Molly Stark School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Molly Stark 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
#267 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
87%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Molly Stark School's ranking?
Molly Stark School is ranked #267 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Molly Stark School often compared to?
Molly Stark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennington Elementary School, Monument Elementary 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 40% VT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Molly Stark School?
402 students attend Molly Stark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Molly Stark School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Molly Stark School?
Molly Stark School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Molly Stark School offer ?
Molly Stark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Molly Stark School part of?
Molly Stark School is part of Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87.
In what neighborhood is Molly Stark School located?
Molly Stark School is located in the North Bennington neighborhood of Bennington, VT.
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