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#178 of 280 schools in VT
Clarendon Elementary School
Elementary School · Mill River Unified Union School District #52
84 Grange Hall Road, North Clarendon, VT 05759
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
154
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#178 of 280
In North Clarendon
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Mill River Unified Union School District #52
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Clarendon Elementary School
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About Clarendon Elementary School
Clarendon Elementary School is a public elementary school in North Clarendon, VT, part of Mill River Unified Union School District #52. Clarendon Elementary School serves approximately 154 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clarendon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Clarendon Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 154 students, Clarendon 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.
Test scores at Clarendon Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Clarendon Elementary School — Students at Clarendon Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from VT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Clarendon Elementary School Compares
See how Clarendon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
84 Grange Hall Road, North Clarendon, VT 05759
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clarendon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shrewsbury Mountain School (rated 6.5/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Cuttingsville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Barstow Memorial School (rated 6.2/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Chittenden), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Rutland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in North Clarendon, see our North Clarendon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mill River Union High School North Clarendon | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| SHELDON ACADEMY OF VERMONT ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Rutland | 2.2 mi | — |
| FAY HONEY KNOPP MEMORIAL SCHOOL Rutland | 2.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Rutland | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Rutland | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Rutland Intermediate School Rutland | 3.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Rutland Middle School Rutland | 3.5 mi | 3.6 |
| RUTLAND AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rutland | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Northwest Primary School Rutland | 3.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Northeast Primary School Rutland | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Rutland Senior High School Rutland | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Rutland Town Elementary School Rutland Town | 5.2 mi | 4.9 |
| West Rutland School West Rutland | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Wallingford Village School Wallingford | 6.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Proctor Junior/Senior High School Proctor | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Proctor Elementary School Proctor | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Barstow Memorial School Chittenden | 9.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Tinmouth Elementary School Tinmouth | 8.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Shrewsbury Mountain School Cuttingsville | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Lothrop School Pittsford | 10.1 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05759 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,948
Median Home Value
$215,700
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
2,067
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
48.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Folsom Education & Community Center South Hero, VT | 5.5 |
| Monkton Central School Monkton, VT | 5.5 |
| ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre, VT | 5.5 |
| THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Putney, VT | 5.5 |
| Proctor Elementary School Proctor, VT | 5.4 |
| Westford Elementary School Westford, VT | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clarendon Elementary School
What grades does Clarendon Elementary School serve?
Clarendon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Clarendon Elementary School?
Clarendon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 154 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clarendon Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clarendon Elementary School rank in VT?
Clarendon Elementary School ranks #178 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Clarendon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clarendon Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Clarendon Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clarendon Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Clarendon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clarendon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clarendon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clarendon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clarendon Elementary School?
49.4% of students at Clarendon 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
- 154
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rutland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (802) 775-5379
Resources & Links
District
Mill River Unified Union School District #52- District Enrollment
- 797
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,293
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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