Excellent
#35 of 280 schools in VT
Top 12% in state
Ripton Elementary School
Elementary School · Addison Central Unified Union School District #55
P.O. Box 155, Ripton, VT 05766
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont schools
#35 of 280
In district
#2 of 9
Addison Central Unified Union School District #55
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Ripton Elementary School
Ripton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ripton, VT, part of Addison Central Unified Union School District #55. Ripton Elementary School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ripton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 280 schools in VT.
Structured state assessment records for Ripton Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.3
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Ripton 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 9:1 students to teachers, Ripton Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ripton 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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Ripton Elementary School — Students at Ripton Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
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
→ 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 Ripton Elementary School Compares
See how Ripton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P.O. Box 155, Ripton, VT 05766
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ripton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weybridge Elementary School (rated 9.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Middlebury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beeman Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Warren Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Warren), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ripton, see our Ripton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL, INC Ripton | 0.2 mi | — |
| Salisbury Community School Salisbury | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Middlebury Union Middle School Middlebury | 5.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Middlebury ID #4 School Middlebury | 6.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Middlebury Union High School Middlebury | 6.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BRIDGE SCHOOL, INC Middlebury | 7.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Bristol Elementary School Bristol | 10.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Neshobe School Brandon | 11.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Mt. Abraham Union High School Bristol | 10.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bingham Memorial School Cornwall | 8.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Beeman Elementary School New Haven | 11.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Weybridge Elementary School Middlebury | 9.5 mi | 9.9 |
| THE RED CEDAR SCHOOL Bristol | 12.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Otter Creek Academy at Leicester Sudbury and Whiting Whiting | 12.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Otter Valley Union High School Brandon | 15.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Warren Elementary School Warren | 12.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Robinson School Starksboro | 16.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Fayston Elementary School Fayston | 15.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Rochester School Rochester | 13.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CHAMPLAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vergennes | 15.8 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,542
Median Home Value
$329,700
Population
508
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
88.1%
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wardsboro Central School Wardsboro, VT | 8.8 |
| Reading Elementary School Reading, VT | 8.9 |
| ST PAULS SCHOOL Barton, VT | 7.3 |
| VERMONT DAY SCHOOL Shelburne, VT | 7.1 |
| KURN HATTIN HOMES Westminster, VT | 6.9 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOLHOUSE Brattleboro, VT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ripton Elementary School
What grades does Ripton Elementary School serve?
Ripton Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ripton Elementary School?
Ripton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ripton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ripton Elementary School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ripton Elementary School rank in VT?
Ripton Elementary School ranks #35 of 280 schools in VT.
What is Ripton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ripton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Ripton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ripton Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Ripton Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ripton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ripton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ripton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ripton Elementary School?
44.4% of students at Ripton 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Addison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (802) 388-2208
Resources & Links
District
Addison Central Unified Union School District #55- District Enrollment
- 1,752
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,531
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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