For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,126 students in 05602, VT (there are 5 private schools, serving 218 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 05602, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 05602, VT are Rumney Memorial School, Main Street Middle School and Berlin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05602 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05602, VT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05602, VT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rumney Memorial School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
433 Shady Rill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-5429
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-5429
Gr: 1-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Main Street Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
170 Main Street
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-3404
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-3404
Gr: 5-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Berlin Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
372 Paine Turnpike North
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-2796
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-2796
Gr: PK-6 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Montpelier High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5 High School Drive
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8000
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Park Avenue
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8200
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 225-8200
Gr: PK-4 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
U-32 Middle & High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
930 Gallison Hill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Gr: 7-12 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
05602, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montpelier S.d. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
58 Barre St
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6341
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 223-6341
Gr: PK | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
930 Gallison Hill Road
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Montpelier, VT 05602
(802) 229-0321
Gr: 7-12 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05602, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05602, VT include Rumney Memorial School, Main Street Middle School and Berlin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 05602?
6 public schools are located in 05602.
What percentage of students in 05602 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 05602 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05602?
05602 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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