Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waits River Valley Union School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waits River Valley Union School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Waits River Valley Union School's student population of 265 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waits River Valley Union School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waits River Valley Union School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waits River Valley Union School's ranking?
Waits River Valley Union School is ranked #125 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Waits River Valley Union School often compared to?
Waits River Valley Union Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thetford Elementary School, Bradford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Waits River Valley Union School?
265 students attend Waits River Valley Union School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Waits River Valley Union School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waits River Valley Union School?
Waits River Valley Union School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Waits River Valley Union School offer ?
Waits River Valley Union School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waits River Valley Union School part of?
Waits River Valley Union School is part of Waits River Union High District #36.
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