Best Schools in Pownal, Vermont
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pownal Elementary School
Elementary · Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$231,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$231,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pownal
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 | Pownal Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $63,724
- Median home value
- $231,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pownal compares
Median household income
$64k
79% of Vermont median
About Schools in Pownal, Vermont
Pownal, Vermont is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Pownal 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 Pownal is Pownal Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pownal is served by 1 school district: Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. These districts collectively serve 1,380 students.
Pownal's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,724. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
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 | 261 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
Schools in Pownal
Pownal, Vermont · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,724
Median Home Value
$231,500
Population
2,200
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
92%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Pownal has a median household income of $63,724. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,500. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Pownal, Vermont
How many schools are in Pownal, Vermont?
Pownal has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pownal, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pownal is 5.8 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 Pownal, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Pownal on MySchoolScout is Pownal Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pownal, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pownal on MySchoolScout is Pownal Elementary School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Pownal, Vermont?
Pownal is served by 1 school district: Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87.
What is the education level in Pownal, Vermont?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Pownal have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pownal, Vermont?
The median household income in Pownal is approximately $63,724 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pownal, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pownal is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pownal, 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.