Excellent
#12 of 280 schools in VT
Top 4% in state
Cavendish Town Elementary School
Elementary School · Green Mountain Unified School District #77
P.O. Box 236, Proctorsville, VT 05153
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#12 of 280
In district
#1 of 3
Green Mountain Unified School District #77
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Cavendish Town Elementary School
Elementary School in Proctorsville · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cavendish Town Elementary School
Cavendish Town Elementary School is a public elementary school in Proctorsville, VT, part of Green Mountain Unified School District #77. Cavendish Town Elementary School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cavendish Town Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Cavendish Town Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, Cavendish Town 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 7:1 students to teachers, Cavendish Town Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cavendish Town 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
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Cavendish Town Elementary School — Students at Cavendish Town Elementary School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.7%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Cavendish Town Elementary School Compares
See how Cavendish Town Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 236, Proctorsville, VT 05153
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cavendish Town Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reading Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Reading), with a very similar rating. Another option is Flood Brook School (rated 8.0/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Londonderry), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mt. Holly School (rated 7.9/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Mount Holly), a more accessible option. For more schools in Proctorsville, see our Proctorsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EXPEDITIONARY SCHOOL AT BLACK RIVER Ludlow | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ludlow Elementary School Ludlow | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Reading Elementary School Reading | 6.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Chester Andover Elementary School Chester | 8.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Green Mountain Union High School Chester | 9.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Riverside Middle School Springfield | 9.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Elm Hill School Springfield | 9.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Union Street School Springfield | 9.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Albert Bridge School (West Windsor) Brownsville | 10.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 10.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Mt. Holly School Mount Holly | 10.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Grafton Elementary School Grafton | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Weathersfield School Ascutney | 11.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Windham Elementary School Windham | 15.7 mi | — |
| Shrewsbury Mountain School Cuttingsville | 13.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Woodstock Union Middle/High School Woodstock | 16.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Flood Brook School Londonderry | 14.7 mi | 8.0 |
| N. Charlestown Community School Charlestown | 13.5 mi | — |
| Windsor School Windsor | 13.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Charlestown Middle School Charlestown | 15.0 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05153 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,313
Median Home Value
$293,100
Median Rent
$1,150/mo
Population
851
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
82.6%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lunenburg & Gilman Schools Gilman, VT | 9.2 |
| Sunderland Elementary School Arlington, VT | 9.1 |
| Beeman Elementary School New Haven, VT | 9.3 |
| Doty Memorial School Worcester, VT | 9.3 |
| Braintree School Braintree, VT | 9.0 |
| Newbury Elementary School Newbury, VT | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cavendish Town Elementary School
What grades does Cavendish Town Elementary School serve?
Cavendish Town Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Cavendish Town Elementary School?
Cavendish Town Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cavendish Town Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cavendish Town Elementary School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cavendish Town Elementary School rank in VT?
Cavendish Town Elementary School ranks #12 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Cavendish Town Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cavendish Town Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Cavendish Town Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cavendish Town Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Cavendish Town Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cavendish Town Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cavendish Town Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cavendish Town Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cavendish Town Elementary School?
60.7% of students at Cavendish Town 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Windsor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (802) 875-7758
Resources & Links
District
Green Mountain Unified School District #77- District Enrollment
- 669
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,681
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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