Very Good
#69 of 280 schools in VT
Top 24% in state
Chester Andover Elementary School
Elementary School · Green Mountain Unified School District #77
72 Main Street, Chester, VT 05143
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
282
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#69 of 280
In Chester
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Green Mountain Unified School District #77
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Chester Andover Elementary School
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About Chester Andover Elementary School
Chester Andover Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chester, VT, part of Green Mountain Unified School District #77. Chester Andover Elementary School serves approximately 282 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester Andover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Chester Andover Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 8.5
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Chester Andover 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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Chester Andover Elementary School — Students at Chester Andover Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
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: 9.2/10.
How Chester Andover Elementary School Compares
See how Chester Andover Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
72 Main Street, Chester, VT 05143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester Andover Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cavendish Town Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Proctorsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Walpole School (rated 8.9/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby North Walpole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reading Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,438
Median Home Value
$248,400
Median Rent
$961/mo
Population
4,916
College Educated
36.4%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
48.2
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| White River School White River Junction, VT | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester Andover Elementary School
What grades does Chester Andover Elementary School serve?
Chester Andover Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Chester Andover Elementary School?
Chester Andover Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 282 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester Andover Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester Andover Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester Andover Elementary School rank in VT?
Chester Andover Elementary School ranks #69 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Chester Andover Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester Andover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Chester Andover Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester Andover Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Chester Andover Elementary School a charter school?
No, Chester Andover Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester Andover Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Chester Andover Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester Andover Elementary School?
59.2% of students at Chester Andover 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
- 282
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Windsor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (802) 875-2108
Resources & Links
District
Green Mountain Unified School District #77- District Enrollment
- 669
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,681
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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