For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 629 students in Montpelier, VT.
The top-ranked public preschools in Montpelier, VT are Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montpelier, VT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Vermont public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in Montpelier have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Vermont public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschool average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Preschools in Montpelier, VT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
Montpelier, 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 Montpelier, VT?
The top-ranked public preschools in Montpelier, VT include Berlin Elementary School and Union Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Montpelier?
2 public preschools are located in Montpelier.
What is the racial composition of students in Montpelier?
Montpelier public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public preschools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public preschools in Montpelier are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Montpelier include: Union Elementary School vs. Berlin Elementary School, Berlin Elementary School vs. Union Elementary School
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