Excellent
#10 of 280 schools in VT
Top 3% in state
Doty Memorial School
Elementary School · Washington Central Unified Union School District #92
24 Calais Road, Worcester, VT 05682
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#10 of 280
In district
#3 of 6
Washington Central Unified Union School District #92
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Doty Memorial School
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About Doty Memorial School
Doty Memorial School is a public elementary school in Worcester, VT, part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. Doty Memorial School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Doty Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Doty Memorial School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.0
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Doty Memorial 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Doty Memorial School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Doty Memorial 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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Doty Memorial School — Students at Doty Memorial School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.7%
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: 9.6/10.
How Doty Memorial School Compares
See how Doty Memorial School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24 Calais Road, Worcester, VT 05682
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doty Memorial School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), with a very similar rating. Another option is Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, East Montpelier Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby East Montpelier), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rumney Memorial School Middlesex | 3.1 mi | 9.6 |
| East Montpelier Elementary School East Montpelier | 6.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Calais Elementary School Plainfield | 6.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Main Street Middle School Montpelier | 7.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Union Elementary School Montpelier | 7.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Montpelier High School Montpelier | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier | 8.3 mi | — |
| ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier | 7.1 mi | 5.8 |
| U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier | 9.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodbury Elementary School Woodbury | 8.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre | 10.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Berlin Elementary School Berlin | 11.0 mi | 8.0 |
| STONE PATH ACADEMY Moretown | 8.9 mi | — |
| Elmore School Lake Elmore | 11.6 mi | — |
| Twinfield Union School Plainfield | 9.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre | 12.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MAPLEHILL SCHOOL Plainfield | 10.1 mi | — |
| Wolcott Elementary School Wolcott | 12.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Spaulding Union High School Barre | 13.0 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,625
Median Home Value
$254,200
Median Rent
$1,089/mo
Population
1,257
College Educated
42.9%
Homeownership
87.3%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beeman Elementary School New Haven, VT | 9.3 |
| Calais Elementary School Plainfield, VT | 9.4 |
| Newark School Newark, VT | 9.4 |
| Cavendish Town Elementary School Proctorsville, VT | 9.2 |
| Lunenburg & Gilman Schools Gilman, VT | 9.2 |
| Townshend Village School Townshend, VT | 9.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doty Memorial School
What grades does Doty Memorial School serve?
Doty Memorial School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Doty Memorial School?
Doty Memorial School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doty Memorial School?
The student-teacher ratio at Doty Memorial School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doty Memorial School rank in VT?
Doty Memorial School ranks #10 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Doty Memorial School's MySchoolScout rating?
Doty Memorial School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Doty Memorial School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doty Memorial School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Doty Memorial School a charter school?
No, Doty Memorial School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Doty Memorial School a Title I school?
No, Doty Memorial School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doty Memorial School?
58.7% of students at Doty Memorial 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
- 75
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.0%
- Phone
- (802) 223-5656
Resources & Links
District
Washington Central Unified Union School District #92- District Enrollment
- 1,396
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,228
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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