Serving 290 students in grades 6-12, Williamstown Middle/high 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamstown Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Williamstown Middle/high School's student population of 290 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamstown Middle/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown Middle/high School is 0.13, 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
#211 out of 281 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
3%
3%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
28%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamstown Middle/high School's ranking?
Williamstown Middle/high School is ranked #211 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamstown Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Williamstown Middle/high School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Williamstown Middle/high School?
290 students attend Williamstown Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Williamstown Middle/high School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamstown Middle/high School?
Williamstown Middle/high School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamstown Middle/high School offer ?
Williamstown Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamstown Middle/high School part of?
Williamstown Middle/high School is part of Paine Mountain School District.
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