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#61 of 280 schools in VT

Top 21% in state

Berlin Elementary School

Elementary School · Washington Central Unified Union School District #92

372 Paine Turnpike North, Berlin, VT 05602

Enrollment

195

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#61 of 280

In district

#5 of 6

Washington Central Unified Union School District #92

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Berlin Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Berlin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Berlin Elementary School

Berlin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Berlin, VT, part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. Berlin Elementary School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Berlin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Berlin Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 195 students, Berlin Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Berlin Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,228
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Berlin Elementary School — Students at Berlin Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Berlin Elementary School Compares

See how Berlin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
79th percentile in VT
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

372 Paine Turnpike North, Berlin, VT 05602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Berlin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Montpelier Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby East Montpelier), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL (rated 7.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Barre), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Berlin, see our Berlin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier 2.8 mi
THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier 2.9 mi 6.1
Union Elementary School Montpelier 3.1 mi 6.6
Montpelier High School Montpelier 3.3 mi 6.9
Main Street Middle School Montpelier 3.4 mi 8.7
U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier 3.0 mi 5.3
ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre 3.5 mi 5.5
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre 3.6 mi 7.0
Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre 3.9 mi 5.9
Spaulding Union High School Barre 4.2 mi 3.3
Williamstown Middle/High School Williamstown 6.2 mi 5.5
Williamstown Elementary School Williamstown 6.4 mi 4.1
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre 5.3 mi 6.7
East Montpelier Elementary School East Montpelier 6.3 mi 8.8
Northfield Middle/High School Northfield 6.1 mi 5.4
Northfield Elementary School Northfield 6.1 mi 5.1
WEBSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Websterville 6.4 mi 6.1
Rumney Memorial School Middlesex 9.5 mi 9.6
ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier 7.9 mi 5.8
STONE PATH ACADEMY Moretown 7.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,552

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,184/mo

Population

12,491

College Educated

60.7%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

45.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Berlin Elementary School

What grades does Berlin Elementary School serve?

Berlin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Berlin Elementary School?

Berlin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Berlin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Berlin Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Berlin Elementary School rank in VT?

Berlin Elementary School ranks #61 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Berlin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Berlin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Berlin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Berlin Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Berlin Elementary School a charter school?

No, Berlin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Berlin Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Berlin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Berlin Elementary School?

50.8% of students at Berlin 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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