Best Schools in Shaftsbury, Vermont
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shaftsbury 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
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$245,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$245,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shaftsbury
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 | Shaftsbury Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $88,417
- Median home value
- $245,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shaftsbury compares
Median household income
$88k
110% of Vermont median
About Schools in Shaftsbury, Vermont
Shaftsbury, Vermont is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Shaftsbury perform strongly 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 Shaftsbury is Shaftsbury Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shaftsbury is served by 1 school district: Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. These districts collectively serve 1,380 students.
Shaftsbury's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,417. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.
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 | 236 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.3 |
Schools in Shaftsbury
Shaftsbury, Vermont · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$88,417
Median Home Value
$245,700
Median Rent
$742/mo
Population
1,979
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Shaftsbury has a median household income of $88,417. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $245,700, with a median rent of $742/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% 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 Shaftsbury, Vermont
How many schools are in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
Shaftsbury has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shaftsbury is 7.3 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 Shaftsbury, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Shaftsbury on MySchoolScout is Shaftsbury Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shaftsbury on MySchoolScout is Shaftsbury Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Shaftsbury, Vermont?
Shaftsbury is served by 1 school district: Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87.
What is the education level in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Shaftsbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
The median household income in Shaftsbury is approximately $88,417 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shaftsbury, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shaftsbury is 12.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shaftsbury, 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.