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#36 of 54 private schools in VT

Kindle Farm School

School

708 VT ROUTE 30, Newfane, VT 05345

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

4th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Kindle Farm School

5.9/10

School in Newfane · grades 4th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Newbrook Elementary School

8.2/10

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3.1/10

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About Kindle Farm School

Kindle Farm School is a private school in Newfane, VT. Kindle Farm School serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kindle Farm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it compares0.4 pts below VT schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • VT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Kindle Farm 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Kindle Farm School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kindle Farm 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

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How Kindle Farm School compares to the 1 public school in Newfane, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
14.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
89
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
8.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 79.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.8% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Kindle Farm School Newfane Public Avg

All Schools in Newfane

School Rating
Kindle Farm School (this school) 5.9
Newbrook Elementary School 8.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
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School Day Length 5.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,044
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
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Enrollment 44
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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)

White 79.5%
Hispanic 6.8%
Native American 6.8%
Black 2.3%
Pacific Islander 2.3%
Two or More 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

708 VT ROUTE 30, Newfane, VT 05345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kindle Farm School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Townshend Village School (rated 9.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Townshend), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wardsboro Central School (rated 8.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Wardsboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Putney Central School (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Putney), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Newfane, see our Newfane schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Newbrook Elementary School Newfane 2.3 mi 8.2
Leland & Gray Union Middle & High School Townshend 3.8 mi 3.1
Townshend Village School Townshend 3.8 mi 9.5
THE PUTNEY SCHOOL Putney 4.8 mi 8.2
THE GREENWOOD SCHOOL Putney 5.0 mi 7.1
THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Putney 5.6 mi 5.5
Putney Central School Putney 6.1 mi 8.5
Dummerston Schools East Dummerston 7.0 mi 8.2
Marlboro Elementary School Marlboro 9.3 mi 6.6
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Brattleboro 9.3 mi 5.6
Wardsboro Central School Wardsboro 7.9 mi 8.8
Academy School Brattleboro 10.2 mi 7.4
NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLHOUSE Brattleboro 10.4 mi
COMMUNITY SCHOOLHOUSE Brattleboro 10.6 mi
Green Street School Brattleboro 10.7 mi 6.7
Jamaica Village School Jamaica 9.9 mi
INSPIRE SCHOOL OF AUTISM Brattleboro 11.0 mi
INSPIRE FOR AUTISM Brattleboro 11.1 mi
HILLTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Brattleboro 11.3 mi 7.6
Dover Elementary School East Dover 9.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,397

Median Home Value

$253,300

Median Rent

$1,485/mo

Population

1,747

College Educated

36.8%

Homeownership

79.2%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

51.8

Similar Schools

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UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport, VT 6.0
THE NEW SCHOOL OF MONTPELIER Montpelier, VT 6.1
RUTLAND AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rutland, VT 5.2
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LARAWAY SCHOOL Johnson, VT

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kindle Farm School

What grades does Kindle Farm School serve?

Kindle Farm School serves students in grades 4th through 12th.

How many students attend Kindle Farm School?

Kindle Farm School has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kindle Farm School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kindle Farm School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kindle Farm School rank in VT?

Kindle Farm School ranks #36 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is Kindle Farm School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kindle Farm School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kindle Farm School a private school?

Yes, Kindle Farm School is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Kindle Farm School a religious school?

No, Kindle Farm School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Windham County

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