Best Schools in South Hero, Vermont
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Folsom Education & Community Center
Elementary · South Hero School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$508,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$508,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in South Hero
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 | Folsom Education & Community Center | 5.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $133,750
- Median home value
- $508,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How South Hero compares
Median household income
$134k
167% of Vermont median
About Schools in South Hero, Vermont
South Hero, Vermont is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in South Hero 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 South Hero is Folsom Education & Community Center with a composite score of 5.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Hero is served by 1 school district: South Hero School District. These districts collectively serve 167 students.
South Hero's community shows 58% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $133,750. The poverty rate in the area is 2.0%.
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 | 158 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.5 |
Schools in South Hero
South Hero, Vermont · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$133,750
Median Home Value
$508,200
Median Rent
$1,717/mo
Population
1,536
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
88%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Community Profile
South Hero has a median household income of $133,750. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $508,200, with a median rent of $1,717/month. The local poverty rate of 2.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in South Hero, Vermont
How many schools are in South Hero, Vermont?
South Hero has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Hero, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Hero is 5.5 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 South Hero, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in South Hero on MySchoolScout is Folsom Education & Community Center with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Hero, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Hero on MySchoolScout is Folsom Education & Community Center with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve South Hero, Vermont?
South Hero is served by 1 school district: South Hero School District.
What is the education level in South Hero, Vermont?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in South Hero have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Hero, Vermont?
The median household income in South Hero is approximately $133,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Hero, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Hero is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Hero, 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.