Below Average
#249 of 280 schools in VT
Based on limited data
Porters Point School
Elementary School · Colchester School District
P.O. Box 32, Colchester, VT 05446
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on VT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#249 of 280
In Colchester
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Colchester School District
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Porters Point School
Elementary School in Colchester · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Porters Point School
Porters Point School is a public elementary school in Colchester, VT, part of Colchester School District. Porters Point School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Porters Point School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #249 of 280 schools in VT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Porters Point School runs 24.9:1 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
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
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 Porters Point School Compares
See how Porters Point School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 32, Colchester, VT 05446
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porters Point School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. P. Smith School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Colchester, see our Colchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J. J. Flynn School Burlington | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| C. P. Smith School Burlington | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Colchester High School Colchester | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Colchester Middle School Colchester | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Malletts Bay School Colchester | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington | 3.3 mi | — |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 5.0 mi | — |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 5.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Winooski High School Winooski | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 5.6 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 5.8 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,442
Median Home Value
$357,100
Median Rent
$1,323/mo
Population
16,361
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rutland Intermediate School Rutland, VT | 4.2 |
| Bellows Free Academy Elementary (Fairfax) Fairfax, VT | 3.8 |
| Derby Elementary School Derby Line, VT | 3.7 |
| Sheldon Elementary School Sheldon, VT | 3.7 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski, VT | 4.6 |
| Georgia Elementary & Middle School Saint Albans, VT | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porters Point School
What grades does Porters Point School serve?
Porters Point School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Porters Point School?
Porters Point School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porters Point School?
The student-teacher ratio at Porters Point School is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Porters Point School rank in VT?
Porters Point School ranks #249 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Porters Point School's MySchoolScout rating?
Porters Point School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Porters Point School a charter school?
No, Porters Point School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Porters Point School a Title I school?
No, Porters Point School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Porters Point School?
21.1% of students at Porters Point 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
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Chittenden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (802) 264-5920
Resources & Links
District
Colchester School District- District Enrollment
- 2,424
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,802
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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