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#137 of 280 schools in VT
Top 49% in state
Sharon Elementary School
Elementary School · Sharon School District
75 VT Route 132, Sharon, VT 05065
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
167
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Vermont elementary schools
#102 of 200
Academic performance
7.5 / 10
Very strong
About Sharon Elementary School
Sharon Elementary School is a rural public elementary school located in Sharon, Vermont. With an enrollment of 167 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.9:1, the school offers personalized attention to each child's learning needs. The academic performance shows room for improvement, with 54% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 30% proficient or above in Math.
Sharon Elementary School is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that encourages student development and growth. The school’s setting in the rural community of Sharon provides a close-knit atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 167 students, Sharon Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Sharon Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Sharon Elementary School — Students at Sharon Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: 7.2/10.
How Sharon Elementary School Compares
See how Sharon Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 27% (2021) to 32% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2021) to 52% (2022).
Location
75 VT Route 132, Sharon, VT 05065
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sharon Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. White River School (rated 9.8/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby White River Junction), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dothan Brook School (rated 9.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby White River Junction), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Newton School (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby South Strafford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sharon, see our Sharon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHARON ACADEMY Sharon | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| White River Valley High School South Royalton | 3.9 mi | 6.4 |
| South Royalton Elementary School South Royalton | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Newton School South Strafford | 5.7 mi | 8.8 |
| First Branch Elementary School Tunbridge | 9.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Ottauquechee School Quechee | 9.6 mi | 7.5 |
| UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee | 9.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction | 9.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Prosper Valley School South Pomfret | 9.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Marion W. Cross School Norwich | 9.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Dothan Brook School White River Junction | 9.5 mi | 9.3 |
| POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford | 10.2 mi | — |
| Barnard Academy Barnard | 9.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock | 11.7 mi | 5.3 |
| EAST VALLEY ACADEMY East Randolph | 11.2 mi | — |
| Hartford Memorial Middle School White River Junction | 11.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Hartford High School White River Junction | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| White River School White River Junction | 11.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Hanover High School Hanover | 10.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Bethel Elementary School Bethel | 9.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,850
Median Home Value
$265,600
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
1,084
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
75.4%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
45.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sharon Elementary School has a median household income of $69,850. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $265,600, with a median rent of $1,152/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington, VT | 6.5 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON North Bennington, VT | 6.5 |
| Eden Central School Eden, VT | 6.6 |
| Richford Elementary School Richford, VT | 6.4 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski, VT | 6.4 |
| Wolcott Elementary School Wolcott, VT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sharon Elementary School
What grades does Sharon Elementary School serve?
Sharon Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Sharon Elementary School?
Sharon Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 167 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sharon Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sharon Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sharon Elementary School rank in VT?
Sharon Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 280 schools in VT.
What is Sharon Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sharon Elementary School has a composite rating of 6.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sharon Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sharon Elementary School has 29.5% math proficiency and 54.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sharon Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sharon Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sharon Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sharon Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sharon Elementary School?
48.5% of students at Sharon 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (9/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 167
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Windsor County
- Phone
- (802) 763-7425
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sharon School District- District Enrollment
- 243
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,976
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
How We Rate Schools
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