Northwest Primary School serves 200 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Attendance Zone: Rutland Northwest School serves a central area in Rutland, VT, encompassing approximately 4.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwest Primary School's student population of 200 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northwest Primary School is 0.40, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
4%
Black
5%
3%
White
77%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Northwest Primary School often compared to?
Northwest Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Primary School, Rutland Town Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Northwest Primary School?
200 students attend Northwest Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northwest Primary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Primary School?
Northwest Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Northwest Primary School offer ?
Northwest Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwest Primary School part of?
Northwest Primary School is part of Rutland City School District.
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