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#162 of 280 schools in VT
Hartford High School
High School · Hartford School District
37 Highland Avenue, White River Junction, VT 05001
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#162 of 280
In White River Junction
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Hartford School District
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Hartford High School
High School in White River Junction · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hartford High School
Hartford High School is a public high school in White River Junction, VT, part of Hartford School District. Hartford High School serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hartford High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Hartford High School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- VT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Hartford High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
39% of students at Hartford High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hartford High School — Students at Hartford High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 6.4/10.
How Hartford High School Compares
See how Hartford High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
37 Highland Avenue, White River Junction, VT 05001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hartford High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hanover High School (rated 9.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lebanon High School (rated 9.6/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ledyard Charter School (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), with a very similar rating. For more schools in White River Junction, see our White River Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford Memorial Middle School White River Junction | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| White River School White River Junction | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Lebanon School W. Lebanon | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dothan Brook School White River Junction | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Hanover High School Hanover | 3.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Marion W. Cross School Norwich | 3.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Ledyard Charter School Lebanon | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Hanover Street School Lebanon | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lebanon High School Lebanon | 3.5 mi | 9.6 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVRY SCHOOL OF THE TWIN STATES, INC Lebanon | 3.7 mi | — |
| Bernice A. Ray School Hanover | 5.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Frances C. Richmond School Hanover | 5.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 4.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Ottauquechee School Quechee | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Hanover | 5.4 mi | — |
| UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee | 5.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ESTABROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plainfield | 8.5 mi | — |
| Plainfield Elementary School Meriden | 8.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,369
Median Home Value
$270,200
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
9,747
College Educated
46.4%
Homeownership
65.6%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellows Free Academy Middle/High School (Fairfax) Fairfax, VT | 6.1 |
| Bellows Falls Union High School Bellows Falls, VT | 6.2 |
| Mt. Abraham Union High School Bristol, VT | 5.7 |
| Harwood Union Middle/High School Moretown, VT | 6.5 |
| Oxbow Union High School Bradford, VT | 6.5 |
| Lake Region Union High School Orleans, VT | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hartford High School
What grades does Hartford High School serve?
Hartford High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hartford High School?
Hartford High School has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hartford High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hartford High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hartford High School rank in VT?
Hartford High School ranks #162 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Hartford High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hartford High 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.
What are the test scores at Hartford High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hartford High School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hartford High School a charter school?
No, Hartford High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hartford High School a Title I school?
No, Hartford High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hartford High School?
44.4% of students at Hartford High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Windsor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (802) 295-8610
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 1,455
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,129
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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