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#32 of 54 private schools in VT

The New School of Montpelier

School

11 W ST, Montpelier, VT 05602

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

2.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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The New School of Montpelier

6.1/10

School in Montpelier · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The New School of Montpelier

The New School of Montpelier is a private school in Montpelier, VT. The New School of Montpelier serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The New School of Montpelier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 54 private schools in VT.

How it comparesOn par with VT schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • VT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, The New School of Montpelier 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, The New School of Montpelier sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The New School of Montpelier 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

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How The New School of Montpelier compares to the 4 public schools in Montpelier, VT

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
This School
vs
10.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
459
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 93.8% vs 0%
Asian 6.2% vs 0%
The New School of Montpelier Montpelier Public Avg

All Schools in Montpelier

School Rating
The New School of Montpelier (this school) 6.1
Union Elementary School 6.6
Main Street Middle School 8.7
Montpelier High School 6.9
U-32 Middle & High School 5.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,212
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in VT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 93.8%
Asian 6.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11 W ST, Montpelier, VT 05602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The New School of Montpelier may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rumney Memorial School (rated 9.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Middlesex), which scores notably higher. Another option is Calais Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Plainfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Doty Memorial School (rated 9.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Worcester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montpelier, see our Montpelier schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
THE PACEM SCHOOL Montpelier 0.1 mi
Union Elementary School Montpelier 0.3 mi 6.6
Main Street Middle School Montpelier 0.5 mi 8.7
Montpelier High School Montpelier 1.0 mi 6.9
Berlin Elementary School Berlin 2.9 mi 8.0
U-32 Middle & High School Montpelier 2.2 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CENTRAL Barre 4.2 mi 7.0
East Montpelier Elementary School East Montpelier 4.1 mi 8.8
ST MONICA-ST. MICHAEL SCHOOL Barre 4.9 mi 5.5
Barre City Elementary/Middle School Barre 5.9 mi 5.9
Spaulding Union High School Barre 5.9 mi 3.3
Rumney Memorial School Middlesex 6.7 mi 9.6
ORCHARD VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL East Montpelier 6.1 mi 5.8
Doty Memorial School Worcester 8.1 mi 9.3
Barre Town Elementary & Middle School Barre 7.4 mi 6.7
STONE PATH ACADEMY Moretown 6.5 mi
Calais Elementary School Plainfield 7.2 mi 9.4
Williamstown Middle/High School Williamstown 9.1 mi 5.5
Williamstown Elementary School Williamstown 9.3 mi 4.1
Northfield Middle/High School Northfield 8.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,552

Median Home Value

$341,700

Median Rent

$1,184/mo

Population

12,491

College Educated

60.7%

Homeownership

67.1%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

45.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The New School of Montpelier

What grades does The New School of Montpelier serve?

The New School of Montpelier serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The New School of Montpelier?

The New School of Montpelier has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The New School of Montpelier?

The student-teacher ratio at The New School of Montpelier is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The New School of Montpelier rank in VT?

The New School of Montpelier ranks #32 of 54 private schools in VT.

What is The New School of Montpelier's MySchoolScout rating?

The New School of Montpelier has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The New School of Montpelier a private school?

Yes, The New School of Montpelier 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 New School of Montpelier a religious school?

No, The New School of Montpelier is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
78% M / 22% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
202 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Washington County

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