Below Average
#229 of 280 schools in VT
Based on limited data
Northwest Primary School
Elementary School · Rutland City School District
80 Pierpoint Avenue, Rutland, VT 05701
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on VT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#229 of 280
In Rutland
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Rutland City School District
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Northwest Primary School
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About Northwest Primary School
Northwest Primary School is a public elementary school in Rutland, VT, part of Rutland City School District. Northwest Primary School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Northwest Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 280 schools in VT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Northwest Primary School runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Northwest Primary School Compares
See how Northwest Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80 Pierpoint Avenue, Rutland, VT 05701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northwest Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barstow Memorial School (rated 6.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Chittenden), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clarendon Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby North Clarendon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rutland, see our Rutland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rutland Middle School Rutland | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Rutland | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Rutland Intermediate School Rutland | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| RUTLAND AREA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rutland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Rutland | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| FAY HONEY KNOPP MEMORIAL SCHOOL Rutland | 1.4 mi | — |
| SHELDON ACADEMY OF VERMONT ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Rutland | 1.4 mi | — |
| Northeast Primary School Rutland | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Rutland Senior High School Rutland | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Rutland Town Elementary School Rutland Town | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Clarendon Elementary School North Clarendon | 3.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Proctor Junior/Senior High School Proctor | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| West Rutland School West Rutland | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Proctor Elementary School Proctor | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Mill River Union High School North Clarendon | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Barstow Memorial School Chittenden | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Lothrop School Pittsford | 6.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Wallingford Village School Wallingford | 9.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Otter Valley Union High School Brandon | 11.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Tinmouth Elementary School Tinmouth | 11.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,744
Median Home Value
$202,800
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
20,142
College Educated
33.9%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
15.9 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
49.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ferrisburgh Central School Ferrisburgh, VT | 4.8 |
| Grand Isle School Grand Isle, VT | 4.8 |
| Monument Elementary School Bennington, VT | 4.8 |
| Sharon Elementary School Sharon, VT | 4.8 |
| Union Street School Springfield, VT | 4.8 |
| Highgate Elementary School Highgate Center, VT | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northwest Primary School
What grades does Northwest Primary School serve?
Northwest Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Northwest Primary School?
Northwest Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northwest Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northwest Primary School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northwest Primary School rank in VT?
Northwest Primary School ranks #229 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Northwest Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Northwest Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Northwest Primary School a charter school?
No, Northwest Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northwest Primary School a Title I school?
No, Northwest Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northwest Primary School?
77.3% of students at Northwest Primary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Rutland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (802) 773-1946
Resources & Links
District
Rutland City School District- District Enrollment
- 1,939
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,430
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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