Best Schools in Derby, Vermont
1 schools · 1 Middle
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North Country Union Junior High School
Middle · North Country Union Junior High School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$213,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$213,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Derby
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Country Union Junior High School | 6.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $67,917
- Median home value
- $213,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Derby compares
Median household income
$68k
85% of Vermont median
About Schools in Derby, Vermont
Derby, Vermont is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Derby show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Derby is North Country Union Junior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Derby is served by 1 school district: North Country Union Junior High School District. These districts collectively serve 247 students.
Derby's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,917. The poverty rate in the area is 7.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 240 students · 7th–8th | 6.0 |
Schools in Derby
Derby, Vermont · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,917
Median Home Value
$213,800
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
1,600
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
7.0%
Community Profile
Derby has a median household income of $67,917. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,800, with a median rent of $1,096/month. The local poverty rate of 7.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Vermont
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Derby, Vermont
How many schools are in Derby, Vermont?
Derby has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Derby, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Derby is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Derby, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Derby on MySchoolScout is North Country Union Junior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Derby, Vermont?
The top-ranked middle school in Derby on MySchoolScout is North Country Union Junior High School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
How many school districts serve Derby, Vermont?
Derby is served by 1 school district: North Country Union Junior High School District.
What is the education level in Derby, Vermont?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Derby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Derby, Vermont?
The median household income in Derby is approximately $67,917 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Derby, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Derby is 8.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Derby, Vermont?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Vermont Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.