Bellows Free Academy (st. Albans)

Bellows Free Academy (St. Albans) serves 891 students in grades 9-12 in Saint Albans, Vermont, offering a comprehensive high school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1. With 79 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides relatively small class sizes that allow for more individualized attention.

Academically, the school is working to strengthen student outcomes, with 33% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and 20% in mathematics. While there's room for academic growth, the school ranks 213th out of 280 Vermont high schools, placing it in the 24th percentile statewide. The dedicated faculty and smaller class environment create opportunities for focused support as students work toward their educational goals.

The school draws from a diverse community in Franklin County, where the median household income is $67,705 and median home value reaches $276,500. About 28% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate stands at 11.6%, reflecting a mix of economic backgrounds among families. Bellows Free Academy sits on South Main Street in the heart of Saint Albans, a welcoming Vermont town of over 16,000 residents that provides students with both small-town charm and access to community resources that support their high school journey.