Serving 234 students in grades 7-8, North Country Union Junior High 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 30% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Country Union Junior High School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Country Union Junior High 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 North Country Union Junior High School is 0.13, 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
#198 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 North Country Union Junior High School's ranking?
North Country Union Junior High School is ranked #198 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend North Country Union Junior High School?
234 students attend North Country Union Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Country Union Junior High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Country Union Junior High School?
North Country Union Junior High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Country Union Junior High School offer ?
North Country Union Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Country Union Junior High School part of?
North Country Union Junior High School is part of North Country Union Junior High School District.
In what neighborhood is North Country Union Junior High School located?
North Country Union Junior High School is located in the Derby Center neighborhood of Derby, VT.
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