For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,170 students in 05819, VT (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,161 private students). 50% 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 11% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
276 Duck Pond Road
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-9393
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-9393
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
St. Johnsbury School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
257 Western Avenue
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8912
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8912
Gr: PK-12 | 1,030 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
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?
50% 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 11% 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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