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#183 of 280 schools in VT
Bennington Elementary School
Elementary School · Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87
128 Park Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#183 of 280
In Bennington
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Bennington Elementary School
Bennington Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bennington, VT, part of Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. Bennington Elementary School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bennington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #183 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Bennington Elementary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Bennington Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Bennington Elementary School — Students at Bennington Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Bennington Elementary School Compares
See how Bennington Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
128 Park Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bennington Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shaftsbury Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Shaftsbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby North Bennington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Williamstown Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bennington, see our Bennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,428
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Westford Elementary School Westford, VT | 5.4 |
| Fisher School Arlington, VT | 5.7 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Essex Junction, VT | 5.3 |
| Fair Haven Grade School Fair Haven, VT | 5.2 |
| Hyde Park Elementary School Hyde Park, VT | 5.2 |
| Lothrop School Pittsford, VT | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bennington Elementary School
What grades does Bennington Elementary School serve?
Bennington Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bennington Elementary School?
Bennington Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bennington Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bennington Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bennington Elementary School rank in VT?
Bennington Elementary School ranks #183 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Bennington Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bennington Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bennington Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bennington Elementary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Bennington Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bennington Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bennington Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bennington Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bennington Elementary School?
89.3% of students at Bennington Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (802) 442-5256
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87- District Enrollment
- 1,380
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,079
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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