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Very Good

#97 of 280 schools in VT

Top 34% in state

St. Albans Town Educational Center

Elementary School · Maple Run Unified Union School District #57

169 South Main Street, Saint Albans, VT 05478

Enrollment

764

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#97 of 280

In Saint Albans

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Maple Run Unified Union School District #57

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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St. Albans Town Educational Center

7.2/10

Elementary School in Saint Albans · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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7.8/10

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About St. Albans Town Educational Center

St. Albans Town Educational Center is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, VT, part of Maple Run Unified Union School District #57. St.

Albans Town Educational Center serves approximately 764 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Albans Town Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for St. Albans Town Educational Center show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • VT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,501
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

St. Albans Town Educational Center — Students at St. Albans Town Educational Center score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
42%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How St. Albans Town Educational Center Compares

See how St. Albans Town Educational Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in VT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

169 South Main Street, Saint Albans, VT 05478

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Albans Town Educational Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Central School (rated 9.3/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Swanton School (rated 8.2/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Swanton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, St. Albans City Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bellows Free Academy (St. Albans) Saint Albans 0.5 mi 5.7
St. Albans City Elementary School Saint Albans 1.3 mi 7.8
Georgia Elementary & Middle School Saint Albans 4.8 mi 4.7
Swanton School Swanton 8.0 mi 8.2
Missisquoi Valley Union High School Swanton 8.8 mi 7.4
Fairfield Center School Fairfield 6.8 mi 6.8
Highgate Elementary School Highgate Center 9.9 mi 4.9
Sheldon Elementary School Sheldon 8.9 mi 3.7
Bellows Free Academy Middle/High School (Fairfax) Fairfax 10.2 mi 6.1
Bellows Free Academy Elementary (Fairfax) Fairfax 10.2 mi 3.8
Milton Middle School Milton 11.7 mi 4.7
Milton Elementary School Milton 11.7 mi 5.3
Milton Senior High School Milton 12.0 mi 7.8
DISCOVERY ROOTS ACADEMY Milton 12.5 mi
North Hero School North Hero 9.3 mi 2.5
Fletcher Elementary School Cambridge 12.1 mi 6.0
Westford Elementary School Westford 14.1 mi 5.4
THE BARN SCHOOL Westford 14.3 mi
Grand Isle School Grand Isle 11.4 mi 4.8
Franklin Central School Franklin 15.0 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,752

Median Home Value

$297,900

Median Rent

$1,255/mo

Population

16,016

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Malletts Bay School Colchester, VT 7.3
Chamberlin School South Burlington, VT 7.0
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre, VT 6.7
Essex Elementary School Essex Junction, VT 7.8
St. Albans City Elementary School Saint Albans, VT 7.8
Champlain School Burlington, VT 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Albans Town Educational Center

What grades does St. Albans Town Educational Center serve?

St. Albans Town Educational Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St. Albans Town Educational Center?

St. Albans Town Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 764 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Albans Town Educational Center?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Albans Town Educational Center is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Albans Town Educational Center rank in VT?

St. Albans Town Educational Center ranks #97 of 280 schools in VT.

What is St. Albans Town Educational Center's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Albans Town Educational Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 St. Albans Town Educational Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Albans Town Educational Center has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is St. Albans Town Educational Center a charter school?

No, St. Albans Town Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St. Albans Town Educational Center a Title I school?

No, St. Albans Town Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Albans Town Educational Center?

44.9% of students at St. Albans Town Educational Center 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

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
764
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Maple Run Unified Union School District #57
District Enrollment
2,606
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,501
District Rank
#2 of 4

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