Serving 788 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Shelburne Community School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shelburne Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shelburne Community School's student population of 788 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
788 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
CVSD will educate and empower all students with the knowledge, understanding, skills, and curiosity to contribute to and flourish in a complex world.
School Rankings
Shelburne Community School ranks within the top 10% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelburne Community School is 0.21, 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
#18 out of 280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
89%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelburne Community School's ranking?
Shelburne Community School is ranked #18 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Shelburne Community School often compared to?
Shelburne Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charlotte Central School, Hinesburg Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Shelburne Community School?
788 students attend Shelburne Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Shelburne Community School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelburne Community School?
Shelburne Community School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shelburne Community School offer ?
Shelburne Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelburne Community School part of?
Shelburne Community School is part of Champlain Valley Unified Union School District #56.
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