Best Schools in Waitsfield, Vermont
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Waitsfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Waitsfield Elementary School
Elementary · Harwood Unified Union School District #60. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Green Mountain Valley School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$434,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
1 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$434,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Waitsfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waitsfield Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Green Mountain Valley School | 6.4 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $94,837
- Median home value
- $434,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 64%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Waitsfield compares
Median household income
$95k
118% of Vermont median
About Schools in Waitsfield, Vermont
Waitsfield, Vermont is home to 3 schools, including 1 public school and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Waitsfield 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 Waitsfield is Waitsfield Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Waitsfield is served by 1 school district: Harwood Unified Union School District #60. These districts collectively serve 1,790 students.
Waitsfield's community shows 64% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $94,837. 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 | 164 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Mountain Valley School
Private
113 students · 7th–12th | 6.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | True North Wilderness Program
Private
17 students · UG–UG | — |
Schools in Waitsfield
Waitsfield, Vermont · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$94,837
Median Home Value
$434,200
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
2,465
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Community Profile
Waitsfield has a median household income of $94,837. It is a well-educated community where 64% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $434,200, with a median rent of $1,341/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
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Waitsfield, Vermont
How many schools are in Waitsfield, Vermont?
Waitsfield has 3 schools, including 1 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Waitsfield, Vermont?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waitsfield is 7.8 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 Waitsfield, Vermont?
The top-ranked school in Waitsfield on MySchoolScout is Waitsfield Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Waitsfield, Vermont?
The top-ranked elementary school in Waitsfield on MySchoolScout is Waitsfield Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Waitsfield, Vermont?
The top-ranked high school in Waitsfield on MySchoolScout is Green Mountain Valley School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Waitsfield, Vermont?
Waitsfield is served by 1 school district: Harwood Unified Union School District #60.
What is the education level in Waitsfield, Vermont?
According to Census data, 64% of adults in Waitsfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Waitsfield, Vermont?
The median household income in Waitsfield is approximately $94,837 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Waitsfield, Vermont?
Yes, Waitsfield has 2 private schools alongside 1 public schools. The top-rated private school is Green Mountain Valley School with a score of 6.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Waitsfield, Vermont?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waitsfield is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waitsfield, 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.