For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,170 students in 05819, VT.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 05819 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Vermont public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Pre schools in 05819, VT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Vermont public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Vermont public preschool average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05819, VT Public Preschools (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%
05819, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1000 Main Street
Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
(802) 748-8171
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 preschools in 05819, VT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 05819, VT include Waterford Elementary School and St. Johnsbury School.
How many public preschools are located in 05819?
2 public preschools are located in 05819.
What is the racial composition of students in 05819?
05819 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Vermont public preschools average of 12% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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