Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rochester School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rochester School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rochester School's student population of 85 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Rochester 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 Rochester School is 0.11, 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
#161 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Hispanic
1%
4%
White
94%
87%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rochester School's ranking?
Rochester School is ranked #161 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rochester School?
85 students attend Rochester School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Rochester School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rochester School?
Rochester School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rochester School offer ?
Rochester School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rochester School part of?
Rochester School is part of Rochester Stockbridge Unified School District #81.
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