For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,062 students in Bristol, VT (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Bristol, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, VT are Bristol Elementary School, Lincoln Community School and Mt. Abraham Union High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Vermont public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Bristol, VT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57 Mountain Street
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Grades: PK-6
| 394 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Community School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
795 East River Road
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2119
Grades: PK-6
| 98 students
Rank: #33.
Mt. Abraham Union High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
220 Airport Drive
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Grades: 7-12
| 570 students
Bristol, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Addison S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
9 Airport Dr
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3657
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3657
Grades: PK
| 25 students
220 Airport Drive
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Grades: 7-12
| 656 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bristol, VT?
The top ranked public schools in Bristol, VT include Bristol Elementary School, Lincoln Community School and Mt. Abraham Union High School.
How many public schools are located in Bristol?
3 public schools are located in Bristol.
What percentage of students in Bristol go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Bristol are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bristol include: Lincoln Community School vs. Bristol Elementary School, Bristol Elementary School vs. Lincoln Community School
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