Best 05819 Vermont Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 811 students in 05819, VT (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,073 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 05819, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 05819, VT are Waterford Elementary School and St. Johnsbury School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05819 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05819, VT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 05819, VT Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
276 Duck Pond Road
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-9393
Gr: PK-8 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
St. Johnsbury School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
257 Western Avenue
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8912
Gr: PK-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 05819 Vermont

05819, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Main Street
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8171
Gr: 9-12 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 05819, VT?
The top ranked public schools in 05819, VT include Waterford Elementary School and St. Johnsbury School.
How many public schools are located in 05819?
2 public schools are located in 05819.
What percentage of students in 05819 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 05819 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05819?
05819 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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