The Peoples Academy is a historic high school in Morrisville, Vermont. In 1996, the main school building, along with the observatory and bandshell located on the school grounds, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Peoples Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peoples Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Peoples Academy's student population of 267 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Peoples Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peoples Academy is 0.19, 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
#99 out of 283 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Peoples Academy's ranking?
Peoples Academy is ranked #99 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peoples Academy?
The graduation rate of Peoples Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Peoples Academy?
267 students attend Peoples Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Peoples Academy students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peoples Academy?
Peoples Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peoples Academy offer ?
Peoples Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peoples Academy part of?
Peoples Academy is part of Elmore-Morristown Unified Union School District #90.
School Reviews
5 9/27/2006
Here, at Peoples Academy, we have a great deal of after school classes, sports, and activities. Such as soccer, softball, baseball, basketball, drama, etc. There is also a select chorus, chorus, and band available to anyone who wishes, though certain knowledge is required for some of them. We also try to get parents involved as much as possible. We turn concert nights into nights where we show what we've been doing in school and we get to demonstrate some of those things. Such as demonstrating archery, which is something we do in Physical Education. It is very fun! I love this school!
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