Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Monument Elementary 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monument Elementary School's student population of 155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Monument Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monument Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#175 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
3%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Monument Elementary School's ranking?
Monument Elementary School is ranked #175 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Monument Elementary School often compared to?
Monument Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunderland Elementary School, Molly Stark School, Shaftsbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Monument Elementary School?
155 students attend Monument Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Monument Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Monument Elementary School?
Monument Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Monument Elementary School offer ?
Monument Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monument Elementary School part of?
Monument Elementary School is part of Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87.
In what neighborhood is Monument Elementary School located?
Monument Elementary School is located in the Old Bennington neighborhood of Bennington, VT.
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