For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 793 students in 05661, VT (there are 2 private schools, serving 136 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 05661, VT are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in 05661, VT are Peoples Academy, Morristown Elementary School and Peoples Academy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 05661 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Vermont public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in 05661, VT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Vermont public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont public school average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 05661, VT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peoples Academy
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
202 Copley Avenue
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-4600
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Morristown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
548 Park Street
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-3101
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-3101
Gr: PK-4 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Peoples Academy Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
202 Copley Avenue
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-1401
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-1401
Gr: 5-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
05661, Vermont Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lamoille South S.u. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
Po Box 340
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-4541
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-4541
Gr: PK | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 05661, VT?
The top-ranked public schools in 05661, VT include Peoples Academy, Morristown Elementary School and Peoples Academy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 05661?
3 public schools are located in 05661.
What percentage of students in 05661 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 05661 are educated in public schools (compared to the VT state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 05661?
05661 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Vermont public schools average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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