Best Schools in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Saint Johnsbury by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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St. Johnsbury School
Elementary · Saint Johnsbury School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
1 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$190,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
1 public · 3 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$190,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Saint Johnsbury
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. Johnsbury School | 6.3 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $59,844
- Median home value
- $190,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 31%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Saint Johnsbury compares
Vermont rank
#20 of 29
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Vermont avg (6.4)
Median household income
$60k
74% of Vermont median
Schools in this city
3
Saint Johnsbury School District runs Saint Johnsbury's public schools
1 public school. Saint Johnsbury School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Saint Johnsbury is a Saint Johnsbury School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont is home to 4 schools, including 1 public school and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Saint Johnsbury 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 Saint Johnsbury is St. Johnsbury School with a composite score of 6.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Saint Johnsbury is served by 1 school district: Saint Johnsbury School District. These districts collectively serve 1,034 students.
Saint Johnsbury's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,844. The poverty rate in the area is 15.0%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 662 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 78 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arlington Schhool (the)Private 50 students · 8th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caledonia Christian SchoolPrivate 18 students · Kindergarten–9th | Not Rated |
Schools in Saint Johnsbury
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,844
Median Home Value
$190,200
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
9,323
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
15.0%
Community Profile
Saint Johnsbury has a median household income of $59,844. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,200, with a median rent of $902/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
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Common questions about schools in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont
How many schools are in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
Saint Johnsbury has 4 schools, including 1 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Saint Johnsbury 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 Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Saint Johnsbury on MySchoolScout is St. Johnsbury School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Saint Johnsbury on MySchoolScout is St. Johnsbury School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
Saint Johnsbury is served by 1 school district: Saint Johnsbury School District.
What is the education level in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
According to Census data, 31% of adults in Saint Johnsbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
The median household income in Saint Johnsbury is approximately $59,844 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
Yes, Saint Johnsbury has 3 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arlington Schhool (the) with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Saint Johnsbury 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 Saint Johnsbury, 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.