Excellent
#17 of 280 schools in VT
Top 6% in state
Newbury Elementary School
Elementary School · Oxbow Unified Union School District #91
P.O. Box 68, Newbury, VT 05051
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
101
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#17 of 280
In district
#1 of 3
Oxbow Unified Union School District #91
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Newbury Elementary School
Newbury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Newbury, VT, part of Oxbow Unified Union School District #91. Newbury Elementary School serves approximately 101 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Newbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Newbury Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 101 students, Newbury 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.
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Newbury Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Newbury Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Newbury Elementary School — Students at Newbury Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.4%
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
↑ 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: 9.8/10.
How Newbury Elementary School Compares
See how Newbury Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 68, Newbury, VT 05051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newbury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monroe Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Monroe), with a very similar rating. Another option is Piermont Village School (rated 8.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Piermont), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Barnet Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Barnet), a more accessible option. For more schools in Newbury, see our Newbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Haverhill Cooperative Middle School North Haverhill | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Woodsville High School Woodsville | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Woodsville Elementary School Woodsville | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Blue Mountain Union School Wells River | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Oxbow Union High School Bradford | 5.6 mi | 6.5 |
| OLIVERIAN SCHOOL Pike | 5.5 mi | — |
| Bradford Elementary School Bradford | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Piermont Village School Piermont | 7.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Bath Village School Bath | 7.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Landaff Blue School Landaff | 10.0 mi | — |
| Monroe Consolidated School Monroe | 12.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Samuel Morey Elementary School Fairlee | 12.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Rivendell Academy Orford | 13.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Lisbon Regional School (High) Lisbon | 11.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Lisbon Regional School (Elem) Lisbon | 11.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Lisbon Regional School (Middle) Lisbon | 11.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Waits River Valley Union School East Corinth | 10.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Warren Village School Warren | 13.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Barnet Elementary School Barnet | 15.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Wentworth Elementary School Wentworth | 14.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,625
Median Home Value
$219,600
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
997
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
81.9%
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
50.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Braintree School Braintree, VT | 9.0 |
| Robinson School Starksboro, VT | 9.0 |
| Sunderland Elementary School Arlington, VT | 9.1 |
| Brookfield School Brookfield, VT | 8.8 |
| Cavendish Town Elementary School Proctorsville, VT | 9.2 |
| Fayston Elementary School Fayston, VT | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newbury Elementary School
What grades does Newbury Elementary School serve?
Newbury Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Newbury Elementary School?
Newbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 101 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newbury Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Newbury Elementary School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newbury Elementary School rank in VT?
Newbury Elementary School ranks #17 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Newbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Newbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Newbury Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newbury Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Newbury Elementary School a charter school?
No, Newbury Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newbury Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Newbury Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newbury Elementary School?
61.4% of students at Newbury 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 101
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (802) 866-5621
Resources & Links
District
Oxbow Unified Union School District #91- District Enrollment
- 700
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,762
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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