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#173 of 280 schools in VT
Grafton Elementary School
Elementary School · Athens Grafton School District
P.O. Box 226, Grafton, VT 05146
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#173 of 280
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Grafton Elementary School
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About Grafton Elementary School
Grafton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grafton, VT, part of Athens Grafton School District. Grafton Elementary School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grafton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #173 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Grafton Elementary School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Grafton Elementary 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.
Test scores at Grafton Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Grafton Elementary 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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Grafton Elementary School — Students at Grafton Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Grafton Elementary School Compares
See how Grafton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 226, Grafton, VT 05146
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grafton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Townshend Village School (rated 9.5/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Townshend), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Walpole School (rated 8.9/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby North Walpole), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chester Andover Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grafton, see our Grafton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Union High School Chester | 5.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Chester Andover Elementary School Chester | 6.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Saxton River Elementary School Saxtons River | 5.4 mi | 3.0 |
| VERMONT ACADEMY Saxtons River | 5.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Windham Elementary School Windham | 5.9 mi | — |
| Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School Townshend | 9.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Townshend Village School Townshend | 9.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Central Elementary School Bellows Falls | 8.4 mi | 4.1 |
| North Walpole School North Walpole | 8.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Bellows Falls Middle School Bellows Falls | 8.6 mi | 3.7 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES FOR CHILDREN Westminster | 9.9 mi | 7.2 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES Westminster | 9.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Springfield High School Springfield | 10.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Bellows Falls Union High School Bellows Falls | 9.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Union Street School Springfield | 10.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Riverside Middle School Springfield | 10.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Westminster Schools Westminster | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Jamaica Village School Jamaica | 9.5 mi | — |
| COMPASS SCHOOL Westminster | 9.3 mi | 6.7 |
| KINDLE FARM SCHOOL Newfane | 12.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,750
Median Home Value
$295,300
Median Rent
$1,154/mo
Population
663
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
92.1%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
57.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier, VT | 5.8 |
| Lakeview Union School Greensboro, VT | 6.2 |
| Stockbridge Central School Stockbridge, VT | 6.4 |
| Roxbury Village School Roxbury, VT | 6.6 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES Westminster, VT | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre, VT | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grafton Elementary School
What grades does Grafton Elementary School serve?
Grafton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Grafton Elementary School?
Grafton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grafton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grafton Elementary School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grafton Elementary School rank in VT?
Grafton Elementary School ranks #173 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Grafton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grafton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Grafton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grafton Elementary School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Grafton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Grafton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grafton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Grafton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grafton Elementary School?
65.8% of students at Grafton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Windham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.5%
- Phone
- (802) 843-2495
Resources & Links
District
Athens Grafton School District- District Enrollment
- 38
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,283
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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