Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sharon Elementary School 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 lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). 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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon Elementary School serves the entire district of Sharon, VT, covering approximately 40.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharon Elementary School's student population of 156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
156 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The People Caring School where students thrive in a joyful and rigorous learning environment that values academic and social excellence in and beyond the classroom.
School Rankings
Sharon 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 Sharon Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#110 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Sharon Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon Elementary School is ranked #110 out of 280 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 40% VT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Sharon Elementary School?
156 students attend Sharon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Sharon Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Elementary School?
Sharon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sharon Elementary School offer ?
Sharon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharon Elementary School part of?
Sharon Elementary School is part of Sharon School District.
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