Serving 956 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Williston Schools ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williston Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Williston Schools's student population of 956 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williston Schools ranks within the top 20% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williston Schools is 0.29, which is more 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
#52 out of 281 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
4%
3%
White
84%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williston Schools's ranking?
Williston Schools is ranked #52 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
How many students attend Williston Schools?
956 students attend Williston Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Williston Schools students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williston Schools?
Williston Schools has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williston Schools offer ?
Williston Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williston Schools part of?
Williston Schools is part of Champlain Valley Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Williston Schools located?
Williston Schools is located in the Williston North neighborhood of Williston, VT.
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