Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rutland Town Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rutland Town Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Rutland, VT, encompassing approximately 19.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 5.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rutland Town Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rutland Town Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rutland Town Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#99 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
92%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rutland Town Elementary School's ranking?
Rutland Town Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Rutland Town Elementary School often compared to?
Rutland Town Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Primary School, Northwest Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Rutland Town Elementary School?
379 students attend Rutland Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Rutland Town Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rutland Town Elementary School?
Rutland Town Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rutland Town Elementary School offer ?
Rutland Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rutland Town Elementary School part of?
Rutland Town Elementary School is part of Rutland Town School District.
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