For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 753 students in 05602, VT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 05602, VT are Rumney Memorial School, Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 05602 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Vermont public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 05602, VT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Vermont public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschool average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05602, VT Public Preschools (2026)
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: PK-6 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
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 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
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 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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 preschools in 05602, VT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 05602, VT include Rumney Memorial School, Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 05602?
3 public preschools are located in 05602.
What is the racial composition of students in 05602?
05602 public preschools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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