Benson Village School

Benson Village School is a charming elementary school nestled in the rural community of Benson, Vermont. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 98 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16.3:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance of Benson Village School places it at the 60th percentile among all schools in Vermont, with a MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and an academic score of 6.3 out of 10.

While proficiency rates show room for growth—50% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 30% proficient or above in Math—the school remains committed to student development and improvement. Benson Village School is set in a tranquil rural setting, providing students with a close-knit community environment that fosters strong relationships between teachers, parents, and students.

With an enrollment of 98 students, Benson Village School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Benson Village School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.