For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 688 students in 05477, VT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05477, VT are Camels Hump Middle School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 05477 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Vermont public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 05477, VT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Vermont public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Vermont public elementary school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05477, VT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Camels Hump Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
173 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2188
Gr: 5-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 School Street
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Richmond, VT 05477
(802) 434-2461
Gr: PK-4 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
05477, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 05477, VT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 05477, VT include Camels Hump Middle School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 05477?
2 public elementary schools are located in 05477.
What is the racial composition of students in 05477?
05477 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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