Serving 82 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westshire Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westshire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westshire Elementary School's student population of 82 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
82 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Rankings
Westshire Elementary 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 Westshire Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#132 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
94%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
27.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westshire Elementary School's ranking?
Westshire Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Westshire Elementary School often compared to?
Westshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marion W. Cross School, Grantham Village School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Westshire Elementary School?
82 students attend Westshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Westshire Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westshire Elementary School?
Westshire Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westshire Elementary School offer ?
Westshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westshire Elementary School part of?
Westshire Elementary School is part of Rivendell Interstate School District.
In what neighborhood is Westshire Elementary School located?
Westshire Elementary School is located in the Post Mills neighborhood of West Fairlee, VT.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A fantastic little school! It has a top-notch early childhood program for ages 3-5, small classes grades K-5 (6th to be added in 2011) with great teachers, in a new (built in 2000) spacious school. We've been particularly impressed with the sense of community and the high quality of instruction music, art, technology, natural history, and sports.
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