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#33 of 54 private schools in VT
Good Shepherd Catholic School
Elementary School
506 SUMMER ST, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
68
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#33 of 54
In Saint Johnsbury
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Good Shepherd Catholic School
Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private elementary school in Saint Johnsbury, VT. Good Shepherd Catholic School serves approximately 68 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Good Shepherd Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 68 students, Good Shepherd Catholic 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 8.2:1 students to teachers, Good Shepherd Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Good Shepherd Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Good Shepherd Catholic School compares to the 1 public school in Saint Johnsbury, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saint Johnsbury
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Catholic School (this school) | 6.1 |
| St. Johnsbury School | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in VT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
506 SUMMER ST, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Good Shepherd Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monroe Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sutton Village School (rated 8.5/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Sutton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walden School (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby West Danville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Johnsbury, see our Saint Johnsbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Johnsbury School Saint Johnsbury | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ARLINGTON SCHHOOL (THE) Saint Johnsbury | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Lyndonville | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Waterford Elementary School Waterford | 4.8 mi | 4.9 |
| THADDEUS STEVENS SCHOOL Lyndon Center | 7.9 mi | — |
| LYNDON INSTITUTE Lyndon Center | 8.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Danville School Danville | 6.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyndon Town School Lyndonville | 8.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Barnet Elementary School Barnet | 8.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Concord Graded/Middle School Concord | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Monroe Consolidated School Monroe | 11.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Peacham Elementary School Peacham | 9.8 mi | 6.1 |
| EAST BURKE SCHOOL East Burke | 12.2 mi | — |
| Walden School West Danville | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BURKE MOUNTAIN ACADEMY East Burke | 13.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Millers Run School Sheffield | 13.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Burke Town School West Burke | 14.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Sutton Village School Sutton | 14.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05819 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,844
Median Home Value
$190,200
Median Rent
$902/mo
Population
9,323
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peacham Elementary School Peacham, VT | 6.1 |
| Halifax West School West Halifax, VT | 6.2 |
| Glover Community School Glover, VT | 5.9 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury, VT | 5.8 |
| ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier, VT | 5.8 |
| Salisbury Community School Salisbury, VT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Good Shepherd Catholic School
What grades does Good Shepherd Catholic School serve?
Good Shepherd Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Good Shepherd Catholic School?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 68 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Good Shepherd Catholic School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Good Shepherd Catholic School rank in VT?
Good Shepherd Catholic School ranks #33 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Good Shepherd Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Good Shepherd Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Good Shepherd Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Good Shepherd Catholic School a religious school?
Good Shepherd Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 68
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Caledonia County
- Phone
- (802) 751-8223
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