First Branch Middle School

First Branch Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Chelsea, Vermont. The school serves students from fifth to eighth grade and has an enrollment of 92 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.1:1. With 13 full-time equivalent teachers, First Branch provides personalized attention that supports individual student needs.

The academic performance at First Branch Middle School currently places it in the lower middle range among Vermont schools, with a MySchoolScout Rating of 4.0 out of 10 and an ELA/Reading proficiency rate of 40% and Math proficiency rate of 30%. While these scores indicate areas for improvement, they also highlight the school's focus on student development. First Branch Middle School is situated in a rural setting, offering students unique opportunities to connect with nature and community.

The surrounding area fosters a close-knit community where relationships between families and educators are strong.

With an enrollment of 92 students, First Branch Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.1:1, First Branch Middle School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, First Branch Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.