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#115 of 280 schools in VT

Top 41% in state

Bradford Elementary School

Elementary School · Oxbow Unified Union School District #91

143 Fairground Road, Bradford, VT 05033

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#115 of 280

In Bradford

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Oxbow Unified Union School District #91

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Bradford Elementary School

6.8/10

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

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6.5/10

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8.6/10

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About Bradford Elementary School

Bradford Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bradford, VT, part of Oxbow Unified Union School District #91. Bradford Elementary School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bradford Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Bradford Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Bradford Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

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
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,762
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Bradford Elementary School — Students at Bradford Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (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
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
37%

* 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 Bradford Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in VT
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Location

143 Fairground Road, Bradford, VT 05033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bradford Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Newbury Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyme Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Lyme), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CROSSROADS ACADEMY (rated 8.7/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Lyme), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bradford, see our Bradford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxbow Union High School Bradford 0.6 mi 6.5
Piermont Village School Piermont 3.1 mi 8.6
Samuel Morey Elementary School Fairlee 6.6 mi 5.0
Newbury Elementary School Newbury 6.1 mi 9.0
Rivendell Academy Orford 7.1 mi 7.2
Haverhill Cooperative Middle School North Haverhill 8.0 mi 5.9
OLIVERIAN SCHOOL Pike 7.5 mi
Blue Mountain Union School Wells River 10.7 mi 5.9
Waits River Valley Union School East Corinth 8.7 mi 6.6
Woodsville High School Woodsville 10.7 mi 7.3
Westshire Elementary School West Fairlee 9.5 mi 4.5
Woodsville Elementary School Woodsville 10.9 mi 4.7
Lyme Elementary School Lyme 13.4 mi 8.8
OPEN FIELDS SCHOOL Thetford 13.8 mi
Thetford Elementary School Thetford 13.8 mi 5.2
THETFORD ACADEMY Thetford Center 14.1 mi 4.5
Bath Village School Bath 14.0 mi 7.5
CROSSROADS ACADEMY Lyme 15.7 mi 8.7
Warren Village School Warren 12.6 mi 7.2
Wentworth Elementary School Wentworth 13.2 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,393

Median Home Value

$247,900

Median Rent

$1,133/mo

Population

3,232

College Educated

34.7%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

43

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Green Street School Brattleboro, VT 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bradford Elementary School

What grades does Bradford Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Bradford Elementary School?

Bradford Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Bradford Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bradford Elementary School rank in VT?

Bradford Elementary School ranks #115 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Bradford Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bradford Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Bradford Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bradford Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Bradford Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bradford Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

55.8% of students at Bradford 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Oxbow Unified Union School District #91
District Enrollment
700
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,762
District Rank
#2 of 3

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