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Jamaica Village School
Elementary School · West River Valley Union Education District #72A
P.O. Box 488, Jamaica, VT 05343
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Jamaica Village School
Elementary School in Jamaica · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jamaica Village School
Jamaica Village School is a public elementary school in Jamaica, VT, part of West River Valley Union Education District #72A. Jamaica Village School serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Jamaica Village School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Jamaica Village 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Jamaica Village School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Jamaica Village 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Address
- P.O. Box 488, Jamaica, VT 05343
- Phone
- (802) 874-4822
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 488, Jamaica, VT 05343
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jamaica Village School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Townshend Village School (rated 9.5/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Townshend). Another option is Wardsboro Central School (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wardsboro). Additionally, Twin Valley Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Wilmington). For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wardsboro Central School Wardsboro | 3.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Windham Elementary School Windham | 4.9 mi | — |
| STRATTON MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Stratton Mountain | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Townshend Village School Townshend | 6.6 mi | 9.5 |
| MOUNTAIN SCHOOL AT WINHALL Bondville | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School Townshend | 6.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Flood Brook School Londonderry | 9.9 mi | 8.0 |
| KINDLE FARM SCHOOL Newfane | 9.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Dover Elementary School East Dover | 11.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Grafton Elementary School Grafton | 9.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MOUNT SNOW ACADEMY West Dover | 11.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Newbrook Elementary School Newfane | 11.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Twin Valley Elementary School Wilmington | 15.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Chester Andover Elementary School Chester | 14.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro | 16.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Green Mountain Union High School Chester | 14.2 mi | 4.9 |
| THE PUTNEY SCHOOL Putney | 13.8 mi | 8.2 |
| THE GREENWOOD SCHOOL Putney | 14.3 mi | 7.1 |
| THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Putney | 13.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Saxton River Elementary School Saxtons River | 13.6 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05343 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,921
Median Home Value
$289,000
Median Rent
$1,083/mo
Population
1,003
College Educated
39.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
47.4
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|---|---|
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington, VT | — |
| Elmore School Lake Elmore, VT | — |
| OPEN FIELDS SCHOOL Thetford, VT | — |
| RED FOX COMMUNITY SCHOOL Manchester Center, VT | — |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington, VT | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jamaica Village School
What grades does Jamaica Village School serve?
Jamaica Village School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Jamaica Village School?
Jamaica Village School has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Village School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jamaica Village School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Jamaica Village School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jamaica Village School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Jamaica Village School a charter school?
No, Jamaica Village School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jamaica Village School a Title I school?
No, Jamaica Village School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jamaica Village School?
58.8% of students at Jamaica Village 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Windham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (802) 874-4822
Resources & Links
District
West River Valley Union Education District #72A- District Enrollment
- 201
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $46,111
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