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The Bellwether School
Elementary School
1186 S BROWNELL RD, Williston, VT 05495
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Bellwether School
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About The Bellwether School
The Bellwether School is a private elementary school in Williston, VT. The Bellwether School serves approximately 23 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.8:1 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 23 students, The Bellwether 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, The Bellwether School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Bellwether 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 Bellwether School compares to the 1 public school in Williston, VT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Williston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Bellwether School (this school) | — |
| Williston Schools | 8.7 |
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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 23 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Address
- 1186 S BROWNELL RD, Williston, VT 05495
- Phone
- (802) 863-4839
- 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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1186 S BROWNELL RD, Williston, VT 05495
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Bellwether School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas Fleming School (rated 9.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Essex Junction). Another option is Williston Schools (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away). Additionally, Summit Street School (rated 8.1/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Essex Junction). For more schools in Williston, see our Williston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEAN GARVIN SCHOOL Williston | 1.1 mi | — |
| TRINITY BAPTIST SCHOOL Williston | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hiawatha Elementary School Essex Junction | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Chamberlin School South Burlington | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit Street School Essex Junction | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Albert D. Lawton School Essex Junction | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Thomas Fleming School Essex Junction | 3.4 mi | 9.7 |
| Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| South Burlington High School South Burlington | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Essex High School Essex Junction | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Williston Schools Williston | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| THE SCHOOLHOUSE LEARNING CENTER, INC South Burlington | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski | 3.8 mi | — |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 4.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Winooski High School Winooski | 4.5 mi | 4.7 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 4.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington | 4.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Orchard School South Burlington | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05495 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,768
Median Home Value
$431,600
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
10,984
College Educated
55.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
45.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Bellwether School
What grades does The Bellwether School serve?
The Bellwether School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Bellwether School?
The Bellwether School has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Bellwether School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Bellwether School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Bellwether School a private school?
Yes, The Bellwether 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 Bellwether School a religious school?
No, The Bellwether School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Chittenden County
- Phone
- (802) 863-4839
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