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The Barn School
Elementary School
217 BROOKSIDE RD, Westford, VT 05494
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Barn School
Elementary School in Westford · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Barn School
The Barn School is a private elementary school in Westford, VT. The Barn School serves approximately 15 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 3.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 15 students, The Barn School 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, The Barn School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Barn School 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
BetaHow The Barn School compares to the 1 public school in Westford, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Westford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Barn School (this school) | — |
| Westford Elementary School | 5.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Address
- 217 BROOKSIDE RD, Westford, VT 05494
- Phone
- (802) 528-9638
- 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.
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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
217 BROOKSIDE RD, Westford, VT 05494
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Barn School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Fleming School (rated 9.7/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Essex Junction). Another option is Summit Street School (rated 8.1/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Essex Junction). Additionally, Founders Memorial School (rated 8.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Essex Junction). For more schools in Westford, see our Westford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westford Elementary School Westford | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Bellows Free Academy Middle/High School (Fairfax) Fairfax | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Bellows Free Academy Elementary (Fairfax) Fairfax | 4.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Milton Middle School Milton | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Milton Elementary School Milton | 4.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Essex Elementary School Essex Junction | 6.2 mi | 7.8 |
| BELLCATE SCHOOL Essex Junction | 6.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Milton Senior High School Milton | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Jericho Elementary School Jericho | 6.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Founders Memorial School Essex Junction | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Essex Middle School Essex Junction | 7.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DISCOVERY ROOTS ACADEMY Milton | 5.5 mi | — |
| Browns River Middle School Jericho | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Fletcher Elementary School Cambridge | 6.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Mt. Mansfield Union High School Jericho | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Essex High School Essex Junction | 8.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Albert D. Lawton School Essex Junction | 8.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Thomas Fleming School Essex Junction | 8.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Summit Street School Essex Junction | 8.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Union Memorial School Colchester | 7.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05494 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,875
Median Home Value
$367,900
Median Rent
$1,923/mo
Population
1,771
College Educated
49.4%
Homeownership
90.2%
Poverty Rate
2%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Barn School
What grades does The Barn School serve?
The Barn School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Barn School?
The Barn School has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Barn School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Barn School is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Barn School a private school?
Yes, The Barn 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 The Barn School a religious school?
No, The Barn School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Chittenden County
- Phone
- (802) 528-9638
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