Excellent
#46 of 280 schools in VT
Top 16% in state
Dothan Brook School
Elementary School · Hartford School District
2300 Christian Street, White River Junction, VT 05001
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#46 of 280
In White River Junction
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Hartford School District
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Dothan Brook School
Dothan Brook School is a public elementary school in White River Junction, VT, part of Hartford School District. Dothan Brook School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dothan Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Dothan Brook School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.0
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Dothan Brook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Dothan Brook School — Students at Dothan Brook School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 6.9/10.
How Dothan Brook School Compares
See how Dothan Brook School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2300 Christian Street, White River Junction, VT 05001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dothan Brook School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bernice A. Ray School (rated 9.3/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marion W. Cross School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hanover Street School (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in White River Junction, see our White River Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marion W. Cross School Norwich | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Hartford High School White River Junction | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Hartford Memorial Middle School White River Junction | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford | 2.1 mi | — |
| White River School White River Junction | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hanover High School Hanover | 2.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Mt. Lebanon School W. Lebanon | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Frances C. Richmond School Hanover | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Bernice A. Ray School Hanover | 3.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Hanover Street School Lebanon | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Lebanon High School Lebanon | 4.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Ledyard Charter School Lebanon | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVRY SCHOOL OF THE TWIN STATES, INC Lebanon | 4.8 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Hanover | 4.6 mi | — |
| Ottauquechee School Quechee | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
| UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee | 5.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 5.8 mi | 8.0 |
| MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction | 6.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ESTABROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plainfield | 10.5 mi | — |
| Newton School South Strafford | 10.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,369
Median Home Value
$270,200
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
9,747
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dummerston Schools East Dummerston, VT | 8.2 |
| Enosburg Falls Elementary School Enosburg Falls, VT | 8.2 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington, VT | 8.2 |
| Johnson Elementary School Johnson, VT | 8.2 |
| C. P. Smith School Burlington, VT | 8.1 |
| First Branch Elementary School Tunbridge, VT | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dothan Brook School
What grades does Dothan Brook School serve?
Dothan Brook School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dothan Brook School?
Dothan Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dothan Brook School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dothan Brook 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 Dothan Brook School rank in VT?
Dothan Brook School ranks #46 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Dothan Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dothan Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Dothan Brook School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dothan Brook School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dothan Brook School a charter school?
No, Dothan Brook School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dothan Brook School a Title I school?
No, Dothan Brook School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dothan Brook School?
35.7% of students at Dothan Brook 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Windsor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.2%
- Phone
- (802) 295-8647
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 1,455
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,129
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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