For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 316 students in 05855, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 05855, VT is Newport City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 05855 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05855, VT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05855, VT Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newport City Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
166 Sias Avenue
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-2455
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-2455
Gr: PK-6 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
05855, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Orleans Essex North S.u. (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
338 Highland Avenue Suit
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 766-2251
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 766-2251
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05855, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05855, VT include Newport City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05855?
1 public elementary schools are located in 05855.
What is the racial composition of students in 05855?
05855 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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