Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thetford 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: THETFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 44.4 square miles in Thetford, VT. Parents can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 3.5 miles and the furthest edge located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thetford Elementary School's student population of 187 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thetford 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 Thetford 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
#113 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
2%
3%
White
92%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thetford Elementary School's ranking?
Thetford Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Thetford Elementary School often compared to?
Thetford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waits River Valley Union School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Thetford Elementary School?
187 students attend Thetford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Thetford Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thetford Elementary School?
Thetford Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thetford Elementary School offer ?
Thetford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thetford Elementary School part of?
Thetford Elementary School is part of Thetford School District.
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