Serving 1,030 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, St. Johnsbury School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,030 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Johnsbury School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Saint Johnsbury, VT, covering approximately 36.7 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.2 miles and the furthest edge located 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Johnsbury School's student population of 1,030 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,030 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Johnsbury 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 St. Johnsbury 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
#197 out of 280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
89%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Johnsbury School's ranking?
St. Johnsbury School is ranked #197 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are St. Johnsbury School often compared to?
St. Johnsbury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyndon Town School, Waterford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend St. Johnsbury School?
1,030 students attend St. Johnsbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of St. Johnsbury School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Johnsbury School?
St. Johnsbury School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does St. Johnsbury School offer ?
St. Johnsbury School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is St. Johnsbury School part of?
St. Johnsbury School is part of Saint Johnsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Johnsbury School located?
St. Johnsbury School is located in the St Johnsbury neighborhood of Saint Johnsbury, VT.
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