Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westminster Schools 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50% in VT)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Attendance Zone: Westminster Schools serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Westminster, VT, covering approximately 46.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westminster Schools's student population of 169 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 56% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westminster Schools is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)55-59%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
87%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westminster Schools often compared to?
Westminster Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Putney Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% VT state average).
How many students attend Westminster Schools?
169 students attend Westminster Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westminster Schools students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster Schools?
Westminster Schools has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westminster Schools offer ?
Westminster Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westminster Schools part of?
Westminster Schools is part of Westminster School District.
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