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Southshire Community School
Elementary School
24 BANKS ST, North Bennington, VT 05257
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Southshire Community School
Southshire Community School is an private elementary school in North Bennington, VT 05257. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 7.9:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $92,212, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Southshire Community 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7.9:1, Southshire Community School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Southshire Community School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $11,819
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $12,203
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.03x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 96%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $373,160
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 27 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Schools in North Bennington
No public schools found in North Bennington for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Address
- 24 BANKS ST, North Bennington, VT 05257
- Phone
- (802) 442-4601
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VT aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
24 BANKS ST, North Bennington, VT 05257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southshire Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOOSICK FALLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Hoosick Falls). Another option is Shaftsbury Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Shaftsbury). Additionally, VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NO.BENNINGTON (rated 6.5/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in North Bennington, see our North Bennington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,212
Median Home Value
$293,400
Median Rent
$1,155/mo
Population
2,891
College Educated
48.9%
Homeownership
77.2%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
37.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Southshire Community School has a median household income of $92,212. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $293,400, with a median rent of $1,155/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southshire Community School
What grades does Southshire Community School serve?
Southshire Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Southshire Community School?
Southshire Community School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southshire Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southshire Community School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Southshire Community School a private school?
Yes, Southshire Community School 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 Southshire Community School a religious school?
No, Southshire Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- BENNINGTON
- Phone
- (802) 442-4601
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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