Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westshire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). 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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westshire Elementary School's student population of 87 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westshire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 283 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westshire Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 283 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
3%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
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 #213 out of 283 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
87 students attend Westshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Westshire Elementary School students are White, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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 2/17/2011
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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