Best Schools in Poultney, Vermont
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Poultney Elementary School
Elementary · Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Poultney High School
High · Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$208,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
4.6
out of 10
Median Home
$208,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Poultney
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poultney Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Poultney High School | 4.2 / 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
- 4.6/10
- Median household income
- $62,348
- Median home value
- $208,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Poultney compares
Median household income
$62k
78% of Vermont median
About Schools in Poultney, Vermont
Poultney, Vermont is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.6 out of 10, schools in Poultney 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 Poultney is Poultney Elementary School with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Poultney is served by 1 school district: Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70. These districts collectively serve 1,107 students.
Poultney's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,348. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 271 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 229 students · 7th–12th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Lihigh School
Private
24 students · 7th–12th | — | ||
Schools in Poultney
Poultney, Vermont · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,348
Median Home Value
$208,700
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
3,094
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Poultney has a median household income of $62,348. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $208,700, with a median rent of $859/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Poultney, Vermont
How many schools are in Poultney, Vermont?
Poultney has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Poultney, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Poultney is 4.6 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 Poultney, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Poultney on MySchoolScout is Poultney Elementary School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Poultney, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Poultney on MySchoolScout is Poultney Elementary School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Poultney, Vermont?
The top-ranked high school in Poultney on MySchoolScout is Poultney High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.
How many school districts serve Poultney, Vermont?
Poultney is served by 1 school district: Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70.
What is the education level in Poultney, Vermont?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Poultney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Poultney, Vermont?
The median household income in Poultney is approximately $62,348 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Poultney, Vermont?
Yes, Poultney has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Poultney, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Poultney is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Poultney, 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.