Serving 116 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Newton School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Newton Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire South Strafford district, encompassing approximately 44.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton 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
Newton School's student population of 116 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
116 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To develop each child’s potential for academic success, engagement and overall well-being by enriching each child’s education with community involvement, collaboration and outreach
School Rankings
Newton School ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton 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
#10 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton School's ranking?
Newton School is ranked #10 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Newton School?
116 students attend Newton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Newton School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newton School?
Newton School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newton School offer ?
Newton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newton School part of?
Newton School is part of Strafford School District.
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