Serving 114 students in grades 1-6, Rumney Memorial School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rumney Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rumney Memorial School's student population of 114 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rumney Memorial School ranks within the top 5% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rumney Memorial School is 0.10, 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
#9 out of 280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rumney Memorial School's ranking?
Rumney Memorial School is ranked #9 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rumney Memorial School often compared to?
Rumney Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doty Memorial School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rumney Memorial School?
114 students attend Rumney Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rumney Memorial School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rumney Memorial School?
Rumney Memorial School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rumney Memorial School offer ?
Rumney Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rumney Memorial School part of?
Rumney Memorial School is part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Rumney is a great school. It's a fair school
2 10/10/2025
This school is only for people who are part of the "clique" of people. If you do not fit, you will countless problems and have your kids labeled. Horrible school.
4 10/10/2025
We might be small, but we're very mighty. All the teachers are kind and they can really connect with the kids.
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