Paine Mountain Union School District #68
School District · Williamstown, Vermont
Avg Rating
5.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,971
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Avg Rating
5.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,971
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Evaluating Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Paine Mountain Union School District #68 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Williamstown Middle/high School
Williamstown · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Northfield Middle/high School
Northfield · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Northfield Elementary School
Northfield · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Vermont rank
#44 of 56
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Vermont avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,971
$9,951 vs Vermont median
District size
1,044 students
Typical than Vermont median
The short answer
Paine Mountain Union School District #68 ranks #44 of 56 Vermont districts by overall school rating. Paine Mountain Union School District #68's schools with real test data average 5.0/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Williamstown Middle/high School (5.5/10), Northfield Middle/high School (5.4/10), and Northfield Elementary School (5.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Paine Mountain Union School District #68
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williamstown Middle/high School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Northfield Middle/high School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Northfield Elementary School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Williamstown Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Paine Mountain Union School District #68
Paine Mountain Union School District #68 is a Williamstown, Vermont school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,044 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. The district invests $12,971 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.0/10, Paine Mountain Union School District #68 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Williamstown Middle/high School, which has a composite score of 5.5/10.
In standardized testing, Paine Mountain Union School District #68 students show an average math proficiency of 25.8% and ELA proficiency of 42.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Paine Mountain Union School District #68, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Paine Mountain Union School District #68 with test data.
Schools in Paine Mountain Union School District #68
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Vermont
- City
- Williamstown
- Total Enrollment
- 1,044
- Teachers (FTE)
- 80
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
Paine Mountain Union School District #68 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
The average composite rating for Paine Mountain Union School District #68 is 5.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
Paine Mountain Union School District #68 spends $12,971 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
The average student-teacher ratio in Paine Mountain Union School District #68 is 13.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
Williamstown Middle/high School is the highest-rated school in Paine Mountain Union School District #68 with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What are the test scores in Paine Mountain Union School District #68?
Across schools in Paine Mountain Union School District #68 with test data, the average math proficiency is 25.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 42.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Paine Mountain Union School District #68 compare to other districts in Vermont?
Paine Mountain Union School District #68 has an average school rating of 5.0/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Vermont by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 25.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 42.4%
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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.
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