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#184 of 280 schools in VT
Molly Stark School
Elementary School · Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87
181 Orchard Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#184 of 280
In Bennington
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Molly Stark School
Molly Stark School is a public elementary school in Bennington, VT, part of Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87. Molly Stark School serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Molly Stark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #184 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Molly Stark School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Molly Stark 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.
Score Breakdown
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Molly Stark School — Students at Molly Stark School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
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 Molly Stark School Compares
See how Molly Stark School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
181 Orchard Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Molly Stark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shaftsbury Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Shaftsbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby North Bennington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Williamstown Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Williamstown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bennington, see our Bennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,428
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
14,966
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
15.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bennington Elementary School Bennington, VT | 5.5 |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal, VT | 5.8 |
| Vergennes Union Elementary School Vergennes, VT | 5.2 |
| Lyndon Town School Lyndonville, VT | 5.1 |
| Northfield Elementary School Northfield, VT | 5.1 |
| Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock, VT | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Molly Stark School
What grades does Molly Stark School serve?
Molly Stark School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Molly Stark School?
Molly Stark School has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Molly Stark School?
The student-teacher ratio at Molly Stark School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Molly Stark School rank in VT?
Molly Stark School ranks #184 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Molly Stark School's MySchoolScout rating?
Molly Stark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Molly Stark School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Molly Stark School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Molly Stark School a charter school?
No, Molly Stark School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Molly Stark School a Title I school?
No, Molly Stark School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Molly Stark School?
84.9% of students at Molly Stark 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
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Bennington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.4%
- Phone
- (802) 442-2692
Resources & Links
District
Southwest Vermont Union Elementary School District #87- District Enrollment
- 1,380
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,079
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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