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#22 of 54 private schools in VT

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Sharon Academy

High School

205 ACADEMY DR, Sharon, VT 50650

Private

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

5.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Sharon Academy

6.7/10

High School in Sharon · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sharon Elementary School

4.8/10

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7.0/10

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About Sharon Academy

Sharon Academy is a private high school in Sharon, VT. Sharon Academy serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sharon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it compares0.6 pts above VT schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • VT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 138 students, Sharon Academy 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Sharon Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Sharon Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Sharon Academy compares to the 1 public school in Sharon, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
This School
vs
13.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
138
This School
vs
167
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 95.7% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.4% vs 0%
Sharon Academy Sharon Public Avg

All Schools in Sharon

School Rating
Sharon Academy (this school) 6.7
Sharon Elementary School 4.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 8%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Enrollment 138
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in VT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 95.7%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 1.4%
Two or More 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

205 ACADEMY DR, Sharon, VT 50650

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sharon Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Woodstock Union Middle/High School (rated 7.5/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Woodstock), which scores slightly higher. Another option is White River Valley High School (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby South Royalton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VT ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECH, VT TECH COLLEGE (rated 6.2/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Randolph Center), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sharon, see our Sharon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Sharon Elementary School Sharon 1.4 mi 4.8
White River Valley High School South Royalton 2.7 mi 7.0
South Royalton Elementary School South Royalton 2.7 mi 7.6
Newton School South Strafford 6.6 mi 6.2
First Branch Elementary School Tunbridge 8.8 mi 8.1
Prosper Valley School South Pomfret 9.7 mi 8.3
Barnard Academy Barnard 8.1 mi 8.6
Ottauquechee School Quechee 10.2 mi 8.0
UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee 10.4 mi 5.0
MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction 10.5 mi 6.8
EAST VALLEY ACADEMY East Randolph 10.4 mi
Bethel Elementary School Bethel 8.6 mi 6.2
White River Valley Middle School Bethel 8.6 mi 3.3
Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock 11.7 mi 6.0
Woodstock Union Middle/High School Woodstock 12.6 mi 7.5
POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford 11.2 mi
Dothan Brook School White River Junction 10.7 mi 8.2
Marion W. Cross School Norwich 10.3 mi 8.9
VT ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECH, VT TECH COLLEGE Randolph Center 12.0 mi 6.2
First Branch Middle School Chelsea 13.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 50650 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,083

Median Home Value

$105,400

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

664

College Educated

11.5%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Rutland, VT 6.6
GREEN MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL Waitsfield, VT 6.4
STRATTON MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Stratton Mountain, VT 7.3
VERMONT COMMONS SCHOOL South Burlington, VT 7.5
Proctor Junior/Senior High School Proctor, VT 5.4
VERMONT ACADEMY Saxtons River, VT 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sharon Academy

What grades does Sharon Academy serve?

Sharon Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Sharon Academy?

Sharon Academy has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharon Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Sharon Academy is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Sharon Academy rank in VT?

Sharon Academy ranks #22 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is Sharon Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Sharon Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Sharon Academy a private school?

Yes, Sharon Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Sharon Academy a religious school?

No, Sharon Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
138
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Windsor County

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