For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 363 students in 05346, VT (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,007 private students). 26% of all K-12 students in 05346, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 05346, VT are Dummerston Schools and Putney Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05346 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05346, VT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05346, VT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dummerston Schools
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
52 Schoolhouse Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 254-2733
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 254-2733
Gr: PK-8 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Putney Central School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
182 Westminster Road
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5521
Putney, VT 05346
(802) 387-5521
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05346, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05346, VT include Dummerston Schools and Putney Central School.
How many public schools are located in 05346?
2 public schools are located in 05346.
What percentage of students in 05346 go to public school?
26% of all K-12 students in 05346 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05346?
05346 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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