Serving 147 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 40%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- 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 147 students has declined by 5% 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
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Child-Centered Community of Learners
School Rankings
Monument Elementary 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 Monument Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#188 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
n/a
3%
White
91%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
32%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monument Elementary School's ranking?
Monument Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 280 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 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 40% 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?
147 students attend Monument Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Monument Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 16:1, 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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