Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Union Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Union Elementary School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Union Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Union Elementary School is 0.29, which is more 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
#79 out of 280 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
3%
3%
White
84%
87%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Solons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Union Elementary School's ranking?
Union Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Union Elementary School often compared to?
Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berlin Elementary School, East Montpelier Elementary 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Union Elementary School?
447 students attend Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Union Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Union Elementary School?
Union Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Union Elementary School offer ?
Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Union Elementary School part of?
Union Elementary School is part of Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71.
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