Best Schools in Townshend, Vermont
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Townshend by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Townshend Village School
Elementary · West River Valley Union Education District #72a. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School
High · West River Valley Union Education District #72b. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$257,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$257,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Townshend
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Townshend Village School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School | 3.1 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $80,833
- Median home value
- $257,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Townshend compares
Median household income
$81k
101% of Vermont median
About Schools in Townshend, Vermont
Townshend, Vermont is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Townshend 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 Townshend is Townshend Village School with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Townshend is served by 2 school districts: West River Valley Union Education District #72B, West River Valley Union Education District #72A. These districts collectively serve 453 students.
Townshend's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,833. The poverty rate in the area is 5.7%.
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 | 94 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 243 students · 6th–12th | 3.1 |
Schools in Townshend
Townshend, Vermont · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,833
Median Home Value
$257,900
Median Rent
$1,181/mo
Population
1,358
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Community Profile
Townshend has a median household income of $80,833. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $257,900, with a median rent of $1,181/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Vermont
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Townshend, Vermont
How many schools are in Townshend, Vermont?
Townshend has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Townshend, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Townshend is 6.3 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 Townshend, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Townshend on MySchoolScout is Townshend Village School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Townshend, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Townshend on MySchoolScout is Townshend Village School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best high school in Townshend, Vermont?
The top-ranked high school in Townshend on MySchoolScout is Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School with a composite score of 3.1/10.
How many school districts serve Townshend, Vermont?
Townshend is served by 2 school districts: West River Valley Union Education District #72b, West River Valley Union Education District #72a.
What is the education level in Townshend, Vermont?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Townshend have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Townshend, Vermont?
The median household income in Townshend is approximately $80,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Townshend, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Townshend is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Townshend, 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.