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#25 of 280 schools in VT

Top 9% in state

East Montpelier Elementary School

Elementary School · Washington Central Unified Union School District #92

665 Vincent Flats Road, East Montpelier, VT 05651

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#25 of 280

In district

#4 of 6

Washington Central Unified Union School District #92

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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East Montpelier Elementary School

8.8/10

Elementary School in East Montpelier · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Orchard Valley Waldorf School

5.8/10

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5.3/10

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About East Montpelier Elementary School

East Montpelier Elementary School is a public elementary school in East Montpelier, VT, part of Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. East Montpelier Elementary School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. East Montpelier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for East Montpelier Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.0
  • VT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

East Montpelier 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,228
Chronic Absenteeism13.9%

East Montpelier Elementary School — Students at East Montpelier Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
62%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How East Montpelier Elementary School Compares

See how East Montpelier Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
91th percentile in VT
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

Location

665 Vincent Flats Road, East Montpelier, VT 05651

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Montpelier Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Doty Memorial School (rated 9.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Montpelier, see our East Montpelier schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier 2.0 mi 5.8
U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier 3.3 mi 5.3
Calais Elementary School Plainfield 3.1 mi 9.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre 4.5 mi 7.0
Main Street Middle School Montpelier 4.0 mi 8.7
THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier 4.1 mi 6.1
THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier 4.2 mi
Union Elementary School Montpelier 4.2 mi 6.6
ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre 5.9 mi 5.5
Montpelier High School Montpelier 4.9 mi 6.9
Spaulding Union High School Barre 6.7 mi 3.3
Twinfield Union School Plainfield 5.0 mi 5.5
Doty Memorial School Worcester 6.5 mi 9.3
Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre 7.1 mi 5.9
MAPLEHILL SCHOOL Plainfield 5.2 mi
Berlin Elementary School Berlin 6.3 mi 8.0
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre 8.2 mi 6.7
Rumney Memorial School Middlesex 6.9 mi 9.6
WEBSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Websterville 9.3 mi 6.1
Orange Center School East Barre 10.5 mi 2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,813

Median Home Value

$324,300

Median Rent

$1,027/mo

Population

1,499

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

88.3%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

41.8

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Waitsfield Elementary School Waitsfield, VT 9.1
Putney Central School Putney, VT 8.5
Franklin Central School Franklin, VT 9.3
Dothan Brook School White River Junction, VT 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Montpelier Elementary School

What grades does East Montpelier Elementary School serve?

East Montpelier Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend East Montpelier Elementary School?

East Montpelier Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Montpelier Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Montpelier Elementary School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Montpelier Elementary School rank in VT?

East Montpelier Elementary School ranks #25 of 280 schools in VT.

What is East Montpelier Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Montpelier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 East Montpelier Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Montpelier Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is East Montpelier Elementary School a charter school?

No, East Montpelier Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is East Montpelier Elementary School a Title I school?

No, East Montpelier Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Montpelier Elementary School?

31.5% of students at East Montpelier 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.9%

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