For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 386 students in Bristol, VT.
The top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VT are Bristol Elementary School and Lincoln Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bristol, VT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Vermont public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Bristol have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Vermont public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public preschool average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Bristol, VT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bristol Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
57 Mountain Street
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-3227
Gr: PK-6 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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
Gr: PK-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Bristol, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
220 Airport Drive
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Bristol, VT 05443
(802) 453-2333
Gr: 7-12 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VT?
The top-ranked public preschools in Bristol, VT include Bristol Elementary School and Lincoln Community School.
How many public preschools are located in Bristol?
2 public preschools are located in Bristol.
What is the racial composition of students in Bristol?
Bristol public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public preschools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Bristol are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Bristol include: Lincoln Community School vs. Bristol Elementary School, Bristol Elementary School vs. Lincoln Community School
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