Best Schools in Montpelier, Vermont
6 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Montpelier by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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U-32 Middle & High School
High · Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Main Street Middle School
Middle · Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Montpelier High School
High · Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Montpelier for 2026 are U-32 Middle & High School (7.7/10), Main Street Middle School (7.6/10), and Montpelier High School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$341,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
4 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$341,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Montpelier
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | U-32 Middle & High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Main Street Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Montpelier High School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $81,552
- Median home value
- $341,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 61%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Montpelier compares
Vermont rank
#7 of 29
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Vermont avg (6.4)
Median household income
$82k
101% of Vermont median
Schools in this city
6
Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71 runs 75% of Montpelier's public schools
Montpelier touches 2 districts, but Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71 accounts for 3 of 4 public schools (75%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.4 to 7.7 — the spread is inside Montpelier, not a citywide average.
- Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #713 public · 75%
- Washington Central Unified Union School District #921 public · 25%
About Schools in Montpelier, Vermont
Montpelier, Vermont is home to 6 schools, including 4 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Montpelier show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Montpelier is Union Elementary School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Montpelier is served by 2 school districts: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71, Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. These districts collectively serve 2,585 students.
Montpelier's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,552. The poverty rate in the area is 6.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 436 students · Pre-K–4th | 8.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · 5th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 692 students · 7th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 371 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The New School of MontpelierPrivate 34 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | The Pacem SchoolPrivate 31 students · UG–UG | Not Rated |
Schools in Montpelier
Montpelier, Vermont · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,552
Median Home Value
$341,700
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
12,491
College Educated
61%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Community Profile
Montpelier has a median household income of $81,552. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $341,700, with a median rent of $1,184/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Montpelier, Vermont
How many schools are in Montpelier, Vermont?
Montpelier has 6 schools, including 4 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Montpelier, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Montpelier is 6.9 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 Montpelier, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Montpelier on MySchoolScout is U-32 Middle & High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Montpelier, Vermont?
The top-ranked middle school in Montpelier on MySchoolScout is Main Street Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Montpelier, Vermont?
The top-ranked high school in Montpelier on MySchoolScout is U-32 Middle & High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Montpelier, Vermont?
Montpelier is served by 2 school districts: Montpelier Roxbury Unified Union School District #71, Washington Central Unified Union School District #92.
What is the education level in Montpelier, Vermont?
According to Census data, 61% of adults in Montpelier have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Montpelier, Vermont?
The median household income in Montpelier is approximately $81,552 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Montpelier, Vermont?
Yes, Montpelier has 2 private schools alongside 4 public schools. The top-rated private school is The New School of Montpelier with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Montpelier, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Montpelier is 8.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Montpelier, 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.