For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 716 students in 05477, VT.
The top ranked public schools in 05477, VT are Richmond Elementary School and Camels Hump Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05477 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Vermont public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05477, VT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05477, VT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
125 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Grades: PK-4
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Camels Hump Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
173 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Grades: 5-8
| 328 students
05477, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Chittenden East S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Po Box 282
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2128
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2128
Grades: PK
| 36 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 05477, VT?
The top ranked public schools in 05477, VT include Richmond Elementary School and Camels Hump Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 05477?
2 public schools are located in 05477.
What is the racial composition of students in 05477?
05477 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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