West River Valley Union Education District #72a School District
School District · Townshend, Vermont
Avg Rating
8.8
out of 10
Schools
3
3 elem
Per-Pupil Spending
$46,111
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Avg Rating
8.8
out of 10
Schools
3
3 elem
Per-Pupil Spending
$46,111
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Evaluating West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West River Valley Union Education District #72a 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.
Townshend Village School
Townshend · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Newbrook Elementary School
Newfane · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Vermont rank
#1 of 56
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+2.5
above Vermont avg
Per-pupil spending
$46,111
+$23,189 vs Vermont median
District size
201 students
Smaller than Vermont median
Top-Rated Schools in West River Valley Union Education District #72a
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | Townshend Village School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Newbrook Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West River Valley Union Education District #72a
West River Valley Union Education District #72a is a Townshend, Vermont school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 201 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. The district invests $46,111 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.8/10, West River Valley Union Education District #72a is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Townshend Village School, which has a composite score of 9.5/10.
In standardized testing, West River Valley Union Education District #72a students show an average math proficiency of 42.9% and ELA proficiency of 55.2%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools .
District Map
Schools in West River Valley Union Education District #72a, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West River Valley Union Education District #72a with test data.
Schools in West River Valley Union Education District #72a
3 schools Elementary Schools 3
District Details
- State
- Vermont
- City
- Townshend
- Total Enrollment
- 201
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
West River Valley Union Education District #72a has 3 schools in total — 3 elementary. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
The average composite rating for West River Valley Union Education District #72a is 8.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
West River Valley Union Education District #72a spends $46,111 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
The average student-teacher ratio in West River Valley Union Education District #72a is 12.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
Townshend Village School is the highest-rated school in West River Valley Union Education District #72a with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What are the test scores in West River Valley Union Education District #72a?
Across schools in West River Valley Union Education District #72a with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West River Valley Union Education District #72a compare to other districts in Vermont?
West River Valley Union Education District #72a has an average school rating of 8.8/10 across 3 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
- 8.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 42.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.2%
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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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