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#170 of 280 schools in VT

St. Johnsbury School

Elementary School · Saint Johnsbury School District

257 Western Avenue, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

Enrollment

662

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#170 of 280

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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St. Johnsbury School

5.9/10

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

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About St. Johnsbury School

St. Johnsbury School is a public elementary school in Saint Johnsbury, VT, part of Saint Johnsbury School District. St.

Johnsbury School serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. St. Johnsbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for St. Johnsbury School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below VT schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • VT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,587
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

St. Johnsbury School — Students at St. Johnsbury School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
36%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How St. Johnsbury School Compares

See how St. Johnsbury School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in VT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
55 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Location

257 Western Avenue, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St. Johnsbury School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monroe Consolidated School (rated 9.2/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sutton Village School (rated 8.5/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Sutton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walden School (rated 8.2/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby West Danville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Johnsbury, see our Saint Johnsbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.7 mi
School Distance Rating
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury 0.4 mi 6.1
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury 0.4 mi 5.8
ARLINGTON SCHHOOL (THE) Saint Johnsbury 1.0 mi 6.8
CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Saint Johnsbury 1.2 mi
Waterford Elementary School Waterford 4.9 mi 4.9
THE RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Lyndonville 6.8 mi 7.1
Danville School Danville 5.9 mi 4.9
THADDEUS STEVENS SCHOOL Lyndon Center 8.3 mi
LYNDON INSTITUTE Lyndon Center 8.4 mi 4.5
Barnet Elementary School Barnet 8.0 mi 7.8
Concord Graded/Middle School Concord 6.6 mi 6.9
Lyndon Town School Lyndonville 9.2 mi 5.1
Monroe Consolidated School Monroe 11.0 mi 9.2
Peacham Elementary School Peacham 9.4 mi 6.1
EAST BURKE SCHOOL East Burke 12.6 mi
Walden School West Danville 9.9 mi 8.2
Millers Run School Sheffield 13.7 mi 5.1
BURKE MOUNTAIN ACADEMY East Burke 13.5 mi 6.4
Sutton Village School Sutton 15.0 mi 8.5
Burke Town School West Burke 14.7 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05819 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,844

Median Home Value

$190,200

Median Rent

$902/mo

Population

9,323

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St. Johnsbury School

What grades does St. Johnsbury School serve?

St. Johnsbury School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St. Johnsbury School?

St. Johnsbury School has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St. Johnsbury School?

The student-teacher ratio at St. Johnsbury School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St. Johnsbury School rank in VT?

St. Johnsbury School ranks #170 of 280 schools in VT.

What is St. Johnsbury School's MySchoolScout rating?

St. Johnsbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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. Johnsbury School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St. Johnsbury School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St. Johnsbury School a charter school?

No, St. Johnsbury School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St. Johnsbury School a Title I school?

No, St. Johnsbury School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St. Johnsbury School?

66.8% of students at St. Johnsbury 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

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
55
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Caledonia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

District

Saint Johnsbury School District
District Enrollment
1,034
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,587
District Rank
#1 of 1

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