Porters Point School serves 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Attendance Zone: Porters Point School serves the southwest part of Colchester, VT, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families typically find a drive to the school takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porters Point School's student population of 359 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Porters Point School is 0.35, 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
20:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
6%
3%
White
80%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panda
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Porters Point School often compared to?
Porters Point Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union Memorial School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Porters Point School?
359 students attend Porters Point School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Porters Point School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porters Point School?
Porters Point School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Porters Point School offer ?
Porters Point School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Porters Point School part of?
Porters Point School is part of Colchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Porters Point School located?
Porters Point School is located in the Malletts Bay neighborhood of Colchester, VT.
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